Sales

Sales Business Development

Starting at $70k/yr.
Elgin, IL (On-Site)
Full Time

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

  • Identify, pursue, and secure new commercial real estate clients, projects, and partnership opportunities.
  • Develop and execute market-specific business growth strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Manage the full sales cycle — from prospecting and lead generation to proposal and deal close.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (leasing, construction, property management, marketing) to deliver tailored client solutions.

Relationship & Community Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, developers, brokers, civic leaders, and community organizations.
  • Represent the company at local business events, chamber of commerce meetings, and industry networking functions.
  • Serve as the company’s ambassador in the regional market to promote brand reputation and partnership opportunities.

Market Intelligence & Strategy

  • Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and regional economic developments.
  • Provide leadership with regular reports on pipeline, opportunities, and market insights.
  • Recommend strategic initiatives to enhance market share and drive regional growth.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Real Estate, or related field (MBA preferred).
  • 5–10 years of experience in commercial real estate, business development, or B2B sales.
  • Strong network within the regional business or commercial real estate community.
  • Proven success in generating new business and managing long-term client relationships.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Self-starter with high energy, integrity, and a results-driven mindset.

Key Attributes

  • Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset
  • Skilled networker and relationship builder
  • Strategic thinker with tactical execution ability
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
  • Passionate about community involvement and market development