My client, reputable company in Clearwater, FL, is hiring for a Business Development Representative with competitive pay and growth opportunity! Job Description: + Seeking a motivated and results-driven food service equipment sales representative to join our dynamic sales team. + Research and identify potential leads through various channels, including online research, social media, and industry events. + Professionally represent the company product line of industrial washing and sanitizing equipment to defined markets selling standard washing units. + Proactively make a high volume of outbound calls, e-mails and other communication methods to potential customers to introduce our products/services and qualify leads. + Develop proposals and estimates for specific customer requirements, including request for proposal responses and industry-specific solutions. + Evaluate cleaning applications, including customer cleaning studies with corresponding process requirements documentation. + Create and modify product configurations to meet customer needs. + Recommend improved parts/components to customers, documenting how such changes will lower costs or increase production. + Maintain regular follow-up with potential leads and ensure timely communication. + Update and maintain CRM systems with accurate and detailed information on leads and prospects. + Conduct research on companies, industries, industry contact lists, trade event lists, and more to create a strategic lead communication plan. + Help to facilitate quotations, product samples, and deliveries. + Work closely with the field service team to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. + Collaborate with and develop a network of distribution partners for certain product segments in the respective territory – partners may overlap other territories. + Utilize customer service and negotiation skills to close deals. + Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly targets for appointments, set qualified leads, and generate metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement. + Develop a strong knowledge and understanding of the company’s products, services, and cleaning applications to facilitate the sales process. + Ability to stay current with industry trends, market dynamics, competitors, and best practices for lead generation. Qualifications to Apply: + Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage and persuade potential customers, sales and marketing teams. + Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. + Self-motivated, goal-oriented and able to work without constant supervision, work independently and as part of cohesive team. + Proficiency in using lead generation tools and software including CRM software (Monday.com, Pipedrive, Goldmine, etc.), Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook. + Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed targets and goals. + Detail-oriented and analytical, with keen eye for data-driven decision making and experience developing and implementing lead generation strategies and tactics. + Personable and friendly, able to build rapport and establish connections. + Adaptable and flexible in response to changing business needs and assisting with additional needs within sales and marketing. + Ability to handle rejection and maintain a positive attitude. APPLY NOW!!!!! Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Clearwater, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr. Health & Insurance Medical insurance (indeed.com), (indeed.com) Dental insurance (indeed.com) Vision insurance (indeed.com) Life insurance (indeed.com) Short‑term & long‑term disability (employee‑reported) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Clearwater,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.