Business Development Specialist
Business Development Specialist – Texan Tides Plumbing & HandymanOverview We are seeking a well-connected, results-driven Business Development Specialist based in Texas to expand Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman’s local client base and establish the company as a trusted plumbing, handyman, maintenance, and property services provider. The ideal candidate will have strong local business connections, experience in B2B sales, and the ability to build relationships with property managers, facility managers, commercial property owners, and other decision-makers responsible for maintenance services. This role will focus on conducting in-person sales meetings, identifying and qualifying prospective clients, generating new business opportunities, and converting leads into long-term service agreements. We are looking for a proactive individual with an established local network who can represent Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman professionally and drive measurable business growth throughout Texas.
Key Responsibilities
Leverage existing local business relationships and professional networks to identify and secure new clients requiring plumbing, handyman, maintenance, and property services. Identify, research, and prospect commercial businesses, property management companies, facility management teams, and other potential customers throughout Texas. Schedule and conduct in-person sales meetings with key decision-makers to introduce Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman and present its services. Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, cold outreach, industry events, and direct business engagement. Develop relationships with facility managers, property managers, commercial real estate professionals, and business owners to position Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman as their preferred maintenance vendor. Convert qualified prospects into active accounts, approved vendors, service agreements, and recurring business opportunities. Manage the full business development cycle, from initial contact and lead qualification to presentations, proposals, negotiations, and account acquisition. Maintain an organized sales pipeline and accurately track leads, meetings, follow-ups, conversion rates, and potential revenue using the company's CRM or reporting tools. Collaborate with Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman leadership and operations to ensure proposed services align with the company's capabilities, pricing, and service coverage. Provide regular updates on sales activities, pipeline progress, market opportunities, and new accounts secured.
Requirements
Based in Texas, with strong knowledge of the local commercial business environment, property services industry, and commercial facility management market. An established network of business contacts and decision-makers, particularly within facility management, property management, commercial real estate, and related industries. Proven experience in B2B sales, business development, account acquisition, or a similar client-facing role. Demonstrated ability to generate leads, conduct sales meetings, build trust with decision-makers, and convert prospects into paying clients. Strong prospecting, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently, managing a local sales territory, and meeting measurable business development targets. Proficiency with CRM systems, sales pipeline management, and standard business reporting tools. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally for client meetings and networking activities throughout the assigned Texas territory.
Compensation
Structure This is a 100% commission-based position with no fixed base salary. The individual will earn account acquisition incentives for each new account secured or prospective business successfully converted into an active Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman client, in addition to uncapped commissions based on the gross profit generated by the accounts they acquire. Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman will cover all reasonable, approved business-related expenses incurred while carrying out business development activities, including client meetings, networking, and local travel, in accordance with company policies and applicable approval procedures. Specific account acquisition incentives, commission rates, eligibility criteria, and payment terms will be outlined separately by the company. Key Objective Build Texan Tides Plumbing & Handyman’s presence throughout Texas by leveraging local relationships, securing new maintenance vendor opportunities, and converting qualified leads into active, recurring commercial accounts. Success in this role will be measured by the quality of opportunities generated, new accounts acquired, client relationships established, and profitable business growth. Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits
Cell phone reimbursement Flexible schedule Paid parental leave Parental leave Professional development assistance Work Location: Remote