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Better Business Bureau Chicago

Outside Business Development Specialist

Better Business Bureau Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Job Title:

Outside Business Development Specialist - Hybrid Role

Classification:

Non-Exempt

Department:

Business Development

Reports to:

Business Development Manager

Company Description:

The Better Business Bureau is an independent, non-for-profit organization, founded in 1912. We are not a government agency. Our website, BBB.org, is among the Top .001% of most trafficked websites in the world. Our mission is to connect people with businesses they can trust. The Chicago BBB is among the largest and most successful BBBs in the world.

Purpose:

Advancing Marketplace Trust by Educating, Informing, and Connecting People with Better Businesses

Core Values:

Passion, Positivity, Relationship Focused, Self-Motivated, and Results Driven

General Description / Purpose:

The BBB is an Iconic brand that's been a staple in the Chicago community for over 95+ years. Our directory ranks within the top 1% of website traffic in the world and attracts a highly engaged audience looking to work with trusted BBB Accredited Businesses. We have an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic Outside/Outbound Business Development Specialist to present the value of BBB Accreditation in-person settings to companies in the Chicagoland market. The ideal candidate has strong experience in walking tradeshows, networking events, home shows, and Chamber events to develop new business relationships.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Your role is essentially to get our business owners to decide on BBB Accreditation, either "yes" or "no." Not all businesses can become accredited, and not all businesses should, so your role is to help business owners who should become accredited, become accredited!

You are expected to reach out to 50-75 business owners per day to ensure that you are putting yourself in the best position possible to submit at least 12 BBB Accreditation applications per month.

You will be using a mix of internal databases, your own self-sourcing, and/or manager-provided leads to call.

You are also expected to help represent BBB at local events as needed.

You must be able to present to potential prospects the mission and vision of the BBB at these in-person events.

Qualifications:

1-2 years in-person sales experience and 1-2 years outbound phone sales experience (though we are willing to consider candidates with a comparable background)

HS diploma or higher

Valid Driver's License

Reliable mode of transportation

Dependability and high degree of ethical character

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated to consistently deliver high quality work and results

Working knowledge of online marketing and review-oriented sites and social media

Cold calling experience

Attendance and promptness

Results oriented

Willingness to go the extra mile

Delivery of superior customer service, internally and externally

Participation as a team player

Open to coaching and implementation of suggested strategies and techniques

Commitment to learning new skills, tools, and techniques.

Ability to work independently - and in a team environment.

A positive attitude, a can-do spirit, and a strong work ethic.

Contributions to the vision, mission, and goals of the BBB

Spanish speaking a plus

Salary & Benefits:

$42,000/year + Commission

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Long and short-term disability

Retirement plan (401k)

Paid time off (including Birthdays and Holidays)

Volunteer days

How to Apply:

All applicants should submit an application including resume and salary requirements by inputting the requested information under the 'Apply Now' section at the right hand side of this page.

Please visit

Bbbchicagocareers.org

for more information on working with the BBB!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The BBB is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of a person's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status or any other category protected by law. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, lay-offs, and education shall be made without regard to the foregoing. The BBB will provide reasonable accommodations for individual religious beliefs and to individuals with disabilities as provided by law.

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