Commercial Business Development

Department: Business Development

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New Orleans, LA

Reporting To: Joey Lockhart

Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 / year

Description

Cotton Holdings, Inc., is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries that provide property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, logistical support, temporary workforce housing and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. Cotton combines this diverse suite of services with top talent, innovative technology and a large inventory of company-owned assets, to offer clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and large development projects, including complex work environments.

I. Summary (Scope of the Job)

Cotton is continuing to grow in Central Texas. We are hiring a Business Development leader, to grow our capabilities by attracting new clients and nourishing and building stronger relationships with existing clients. To provide quality service and ensure business continuity disruption is shortened, saving the client time and resources.

II. Major Responsibilities

Position requirements and responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Administrative Requirements:

• Generate new leads, research potential clients and their requirements

• Schedule in person presentations with key decision makers

• Master company capabilities adept at developing effective lead-to-opportunity closure

• Create engaging presentation

• Customer Service/ File Management:

• Maintain strong customer relationship, ensure loyalty through excellent customer service

• Work with client as business continuity partner for their emergency service needs

• Communicate customers' needs to Project Directors Project Manager and field personnel to ensure project runs efficiently and meets client objectives

• Marketing:

• Keep open line of communication and constant networking with client or sales marketing team

• Utilize all marketing tools to promote and increase revenue

• Communicate and ensure Cotton is always being presented with integrity

• Monitor, train and assist in maintaining vendor programs

III. Background Requirements

Education:

• Marketing/Business degree or related field or equivalent work experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proven business development experience in the commercial restoration industry

• Strong presentation skills

• Strong negotiation skills

• Excellent communication skills: written and verbal

Basic and Essential Functions of the Job:

• Ability to travel, both domestically and internationally as business needs require

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Must be able to drive a vehicle and provide a good driving record

Disclaimer

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.

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