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Employment Horizons is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting people with barriers to employment in achieving their individual vocational objectives and establishing self-sufficiency in the community. Position Overview:The Business Development Specialist will help grow Employment Horizons’ Fulfillment Center by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating long-term relationships with prospective customers and partners. This role involves implementing strategic marketing and sales activities, engaging in networking opportunities, and managing the development of new contracts and projects that align with our mission. Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday Rate: $27-30/hour plus a milestone bonus for achieving gross sales targets. Key Responsibilities:Market Employment Horizons’ services to the business community to support sales efforts for the Fulfillment Center.Utilize print and electronic media, event attendance, and direct outreach to identify potential business partners.Cold call prospective customers and perform door-to-door development to establish new leads.Use LinkedIn and other directories to research and contact prospective clients.Schedule meetings and tours for prospective customers, offering customized solutions based on their needs.Develop long-term partnerships by negotiating project-based contracts and consistent work opportunities.Represent Employment Horizons at business association meetings and networking events.Create and deliver thoughtful presentations to individuals and groups.Work with senior management to assess and improve the effectiveness of business development efforts.Manage all aspects of project development, including setting meetings, obtaining quotes, negotiating terms, and confirming project start dates.Assist with conducting customer surveys to assess business needs and satisfaction. Benefits:Employment Horizons values its team and offers a competitive benefits package, including:Generous paid time off: 15 holidays, 18 vacation days, and 10 sick days.Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.Education assistance program.401(k) plan with a 3% company match.Additional perks and benefits to support your personal and professional growth.Required Qualifications:At least 1 year of experience in sales, preferably in the manufacturing or business services sectors.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proven customer service experience.Ability to present and communicate effectively to both individuals and groups.Self-motivated and skilled at building new partnerships.Strong time management and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Negotiation and conflict resolution expertise.A valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications:Experience in the nonprofit sector. Physical Demands and Work Environment:This position requires regular communication, including speaking and listening. The employee may need to use hands for tasks such as typing, handling objects, or making presentations. The role may involve occasional standing, walking, sitting, and other physical tasks such as bending, stooping, or reaching. The employee may be required to lift up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities required include close, distance, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment is typically moderate in noise level. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.