Overview
Company Overview: Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description Allied Universal is currently seeking a Business Development Associate to support field sales activities with the intent to drive key performance indicators and sales results. It encompasses assisting Sales Executives and local Business Development Managers with many of the components of their job functions including telemarketing support, proposal writing, creating presentations, other sales administrative support and other developmental activities.
Responsibilities
Conduct cold calls on a select number of prospects provided by the BDM community to establish face-to-face appointments and determine prospect qualification
Building rapport with prospects and transition “cold” inquiries over time into “warm” responsive prospects
Maintain credibility of existing database by maintaining accurate CRM automated records, historical data on the sales process and updated contact information
Develop relationships with prospects in database for who you are striving to set appointments with for BDMs
Support the region's sales team to create high quality, compelling, and customer-focused proposals/PowerPoint presentations in support of business goals by using high-level writing skills to persuasively answer questions to RFPs and develop proposal text
Assist region's BDMs in developing contracts for new clients
Assist with the completion of pricing models at the direction of the VP of Sales
Participate in meetings with prospects, as requested.
Maintain confidentiality of all information and data
Network within community relationships, attend and get actively involved with identified associations (BOMA, ASIS, etc.), as agreed upon with VP of Sales
Actively utilize social media in a positive fashion to exemplify the AUS brand.
Proactively seek out ways to improve the Allied Universal prospect and customer experience
Contribute to the Region meeting and/or exceeding sales expectations
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree plus at least 2 years inside sales or marketing, preferably with a service product
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Windows-based computers and peripheral equipment
Superior interpersonal and communication skills over the phone and in person
Demonstrated ability to successfully utilize CRM software to drive sales (SalesForce.com, ACT, Gold Mine, Upshot, Siebold, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment that allows for collaboration with the sales and operations teams in identifying and resolving problems, issues, concerns
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors and general public
Ability to deal with internal and external customers and perform multiple tasks in a timely, courteous and professional manner
Must be able to meet deadlines, work independently, take initiative and follow through with requests and details
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Enrollment in our company's 401(k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1533329
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Job Description Allied Universal is currently seeking a Business Development Associate to support field sales activities with the intent to drive key performance indicators and sales results. It encompasses assisting Sales Executives and local Business Development Managers with many of the components of their job functions including telemarketing support, proposal writing, creating presentations, other sales administrative support and other developmental activities.
Responsibilities
Conduct cold calls on a select number of prospects provided by the BDM community to establish face-to-face appointments and determine prospect qualification
Building rapport with prospects and transition “cold” inquiries over time into “warm” responsive prospects
Maintain credibility of existing database by maintaining accurate CRM automated records, historical data on the sales process and updated contact information
Develop relationships with prospects in database for who you are striving to set appointments with for BDMs
Support the region's sales team to create high quality, compelling, and customer-focused proposals/PowerPoint presentations in support of business goals by using high-level writing skills to persuasively answer questions to RFPs and develop proposal text
Assist region's BDMs in developing contracts for new clients
Assist with the completion of pricing models at the direction of the VP of Sales
Participate in meetings with prospects, as requested.
Maintain confidentiality of all information and data
Network within community relationships, attend and get actively involved with identified associations (BOMA, ASIS, etc.), as agreed upon with VP of Sales
Actively utilize social media in a positive fashion to exemplify the AUS brand.
Proactively seek out ways to improve the Allied Universal prospect and customer experience
Contribute to the Region meeting and/or exceeding sales expectations
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree plus at least 2 years inside sales or marketing, preferably with a service product
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Windows-based computers and peripheral equipment
Superior interpersonal and communication skills over the phone and in person
Demonstrated ability to successfully utilize CRM software to drive sales (SalesForce.com, ACT, Gold Mine, Upshot, Siebold, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment that allows for collaboration with the sales and operations teams in identifying and resolving problems, issues, concerns
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors and general public
Ability to deal with internal and external customers and perform multiple tasks in a timely, courteous and professional manner
Must be able to meet deadlines, work independently, take initiative and follow through with requests and details
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Enrollment in our company's 401(k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1533329
#J-18808-Ljbffr