Business Development Representative

Cogent Talent Solutions

Birmingham, Alabama

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Cold Calling Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Field Sales, Home Inspections, Interpersonal Skills, Landscaping, Multitasking, Operational Support, Process Improvement, Quality Metrics, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Prospecting, Service Delivery, Time Management, Track Customer Issues, Tuition Reimbursement, Up-Selling
LOCATION
Birmingham, Alabama
POSTED
4 days ago

Outside Sales Representative / Account Manager

Position Overview

The Outside Sales Representative / Account Manager is responsible for driving revenue growth within the lawn care and landscaping sector through proactive prospecting, client relationship development, and effective account management. This role requires a disciplined sales approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to oversee service delivery to ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

$55,000 - $75,000 a year

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through structured prospecting, cold calling, and targeted outreach
  • Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with residential and commercial clients
  • Manage assigned accounts, ensuring consistent communication, service accuracy, and timely follow‑up
  • Oversee the execution of sold jobs to confirm alignment with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards
  • Conduct routine property inspections to verify service quality and identify improvement opportunities
  • Evaluate existing accounts for potential service enhancements and upsell opportunities
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, job details, and sales activities within company systems
  • Collaborate with operational teams to support efficient job scheduling, service delivery, and process improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Prior experience in outside sales, cold calling, or lead‑generation‑focused roles preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a structured schedule
  • Comfortable working outdoors and visiting client properties regularly
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
  • Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and commitment to high‑quality service
Company benefits
Holidays / PTO
Tuition reimbursement
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

About the Company

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Cogent Talent Solutions