Business Development Specialist / Sales Associate (Early Career)
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $50,000 - $75,000
Business Development Specialist
POSITION SUMMARY
This role is ideal for someone at the beginning of their sales career who is eager to learn, grow, and build meaningful customer relationships. Youll receive hands-on training, ongoing coaching, and the opportunity to develop real-world sales skills in the construction industry.
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Chesapeake Finishing, Inc. provides multifamily renovation services, and we're growing by the day. Our mission is to enhance multifamily communities and foster lasting client relationships, improving community experiences one - project at a time. We are determined in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are client-oriented, transparent, and driven by quality.
What Youll Do
- Learn how to identify and connect with potential customers through outreach, follow-ups, and relationship building
- Communicate with customers and prospects to understand their needs and recommend appropriate products or services
- Participate in product and service demonstrations with guidance from experienced team members
- Build and maintain positive relationships with new and existing customers to ensure satisfaction after the sale
- Keep accurate records of sales activity, calls, and customer interactions in our CRM system
- Support sales forecasting and territory planning activities
- Complete daily sales training and participate in weekly in-office sales meetings
- Assist with processing purchase and sales invoices
- Gain exposure to construction industry products, services, and delivery models over time
- Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented sales environment
- Take on additional responsibilities as you grow in the role
What Were Looking For
- Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in working with people
- A positive, coachable attitude and willingness to learn
- Motivation to meet goals and grow in a sales career
- Organized, detail-oriented approach with good follow-through
- Comfort using basic computer tools (Microsoft Office, CRM systemstraining provided)
- Ability to remain professional and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Team-focused mindset with a competitive drive to succeed
Physical Requirements
- Ability to spend prolonged periods of time standing, speaking, walking, driving, and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Position may require travel: Up to 25%
- Requires ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or a related field preferred but not required
- 1+ year of sales, customer service, or related experience is helpful, but were open to motivated early-career candidates
- Construction industry experience not requiredwell teach you
Why Join Us?
- Structured sales training and ongoing development
- Clear growth path within sales and business development
- Supportive team environment with hands-on mentorship
- Opportunity to build a long-term career in a growing industry
BENEFITS
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- 401k Savings Program
- PTO Program
- Professional Training & Development Opportunities
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, CFI recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.
If this position has caught your eye, send us your resume, we look forward to hearing from you!