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Business Development Associate

The Supply Room in, Owings Mills, Maryland, United States, 21117

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Business Development Associate (Sales) The Business Development Associate actively promotes Douron in the business community, increases brand awareness, and cultivates advantageous relationships; this position represents the company and drives sales by raising Douron’s profile with key influencers – designers, architects, general contractors, developers – and with end‑user clients. This role networks locally and finds new potential clients and develops project leads.

I. POSITION SUMMARY The Business Development Associate actively promotes Douron in the business community, increases brand awareness, and cultivates advantageous relationships; this position represents the company and drives sales by raising Douron’s profile with key influencers – designers, architects, general contractors, developers – and with end‑user clients. This role networks locally and finds new potential clients and develops project leads.

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Raises community awareness of the company in a strategically advantageous manner

Personally represents the standards and ideals of the company brand in the community

Interacts dynamically with businesses and individuals to promote and develop positive views of the company, its product lines, its services, and its capability

Follows leads and develops contacts; networks throughout the community

Engages actively in business development activities throughout the local Baltimore community, attending a variety of events including those targeted at design, construction, and real estate professionals

Expands the company's business opportunities and project securement

Leads showroom tours and acts as the go‑to presenter

Develops and maintains familiarity with all sales tools, including case studies and ishtection presentations

Develops and maintains familiarity with product lines and commercial furniture project essentials

Understands and communicates company advantages, including leading design solutions and installation expertise, to promote effectively to clients

As needed, secures projects and acts as project manager, personally ensuring customer satisfaction by monitoring project progress at every stage; communicates and coordinates internally to ensure a seamless experience for the client

Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential

Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, and regulations

Other duties as assigned

III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities. \ પાછ IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS Education, Certifications and /or Licenses:

Associate’s degree in Business or related field preferred

Experience:

2 – 3 years’ sales experience

2 years’ negotiation experience preferred

Experience selling contract furniture or related services preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Proficiency with PCs and basic computer software, including MS Office Suite

Proficiency with basic business math skills

Ability to interact with business representatives and negotiate contracts advantageously

Ability to navigate complex sales intricacies and challenges

Ability to deliver presentations effectively and professionally

Ability to assess and manage available resources for successful project completion

Ability to develop and maintain a working knowledge of industry‑specifics (e.g., furniture lines, terminology, price pointsܾetc.)

Understanding of architecture and construction preferred

Ability to develop and maintain skills in reading and understanding floor plans and technical drawings

Understanding of contract furniture processes and standard project workflow preferred

Understanding of workplace environment considerations (e.g., ergonomics, technology integration, etc.) preferred

Excellent presentation, listening, verbal, and written communication skills

Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team; willingness to roll up sleeves and help the team

Ability to manage and organize time to meet objectives and deadlines

Lives and leads by TSRC values and serves as an example of the best we want to see in our team; ability to interact professionally with customers, vendor partners, and fellow employees

Motivation to learn, grow, self‑direct, and be proactive

Demonstrates honesty, integrity, conscientiousness, reliability, and responsiveness – cares about doing the right thing, not the easy thing

Possesses a positive attitude and sense of humor

Possesses an innovative mindset – demonstrates flexibility and problem‑solving skills when met with challenges

V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to do the following:

Perform activities such as balance, bend/stoop, crouch, kneel, push/pull, reach, or squat

Move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments.erp

Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods

Move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another

Adjust or move objects up to 25 pounds in any'huile direction

Communicate with others to exchange information

Repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, or fingers

Assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

VI. WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT This position primarily works in an indoor office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Worksites can be under construction and may not be climate‑controlled at time of installation.

VII. COMPENSATION

Salary range: $60,000 – $90,000 per year, paid on a biweekly basis

Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for single or family coverage for full‑time employees

Employer‑paid disability, AD&D, and life insurance coverage

Additional insurance and savings account opportunities

401(k) plans with company match for qualifying employees

About the Company Douron, Inc. , a division of TSRC, Inc., is a leading Mid‑Atlantic furniture dealership that works diligently to guide our commercial, educational, healthcare, and government clients through the vast world of workplace furnishings. We pride ourselvesFruit on being genuine and dependable partners in business. Since Douron’s beginning in 1969, our primary goal has been to provide clients with the highest quality furniture experience. We work with the best manufacturers and guarantee the products and services we provide.

TSRC, Inc.

(The Supply Room Companies сов Inc.) is a business‑to‑business distributor of office supplies, furniture, coffee and breakroom products, janitorial and cleaning supplies, promotional products, and technology solutions to customers seeking customized workplace solutions and personalized service. We are the largest independent office supply dealer in the Mid‑Atlantic region, and have locations in Colorado, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Wyoming. A family‑owned and—operated company sinceRoad 1951, TSRC, Inc. is dedicated to supporting our team members and the communities in which we serve.

TSRC, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or are a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable, or limited in your ability, to use or access our online application system. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (804) 412‑1200.

TSRC, Inc. maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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