Role Description
As a Business Development Representative on our Consumer team, you will play a key role in generating new business opportunities across the U.S. consumer goods sector, including food and beverage, personal care, and home care manufacturers. You'll prospect, engage, and consult with decision-makers to promote EquipNet's suite of services. This role requires a proactive, target-driven individual with strong communication skills and a passion for building relationships.
Key Responsibilities
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Identify and engage new prospects across target industries and regions
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Conduct outbound prospecting via phone, email, social selling, and web research
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Qualify and respond to inbound inquiries to assess business opportunities
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Maintain and grow the CRM database with accurate contact and company information
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Build strong relationships with new and existing clients to understand their asset management needs
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Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate client meetings and proposal development
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Work closely with business development leadership to advance leads through the qualification phase
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Represent EquipNet at occasional client meetings and industry trade shows across the U.S.
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Participate in regular team meetings with global colleagues
Qualifications
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Minimum 2 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or lead generation, preferably in a services or industrial environment
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Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales or pipeline targets
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Strong prospecting mindset β a βhunterβ who thrives on creating new opportunities
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Proficient in CRM and sales engagement tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, LinkedIn Sales Navigator) for research and outreach
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
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Strong organizational and time management abilities
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Ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships
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Team-oriented, with a collaborative approach to working with global colleagues
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Confident, competitive, and self-motivated
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Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience
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Experience selling consumer-packaged goods, food and beverage, or personal care is a plus, but not required
Requirements
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Competitive base salary plus performance-based commission
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Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) retirement plan
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Paid time off and company holidays
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Flexible working hours and a remote-first environment
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Opportunities for professional growth in a global, innovative company
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Supportive and collaborative team culture