Business Development Representative (BDR)

Fire & Water Restoration - Chicagoland • Field‑Based | Company Vehicle Provided Position Overview This is a field‑based, outside sales role focused on building and maintaining strong referral relationships. You will be on the road daily, meeting with insurance agents, plumbers, contractors, property managers, and other industry professionals who can refer property damage losses to Romexterra. Success in this role is measured by daily activity, relationship depth, and revenue generated. Key Responsibilities Conduct 15-20 in‑person stops per day with referral partners across Chicagoland Build, manage, and maintain 25‑300 active referral relationships Develop long‑term partnerships that consistently generate mitigation and reconstruction opportunities Identify new referral sources and expand existing accounts Attend industry events, client outings, and networking opportunities Plan efficient daily routes to maximize productivity (company vehicle provided) Work closely with marketing and operations to align messaging and execution Track activity, referrals, and forecasts using CRM tools Monitor market trends, competitors, and opportunities for growth What We're Looking For Proven success in outside sales, business development, or relationship‑based roles Comfortable with daily field activity and high‑volume in‑person visits Strong communication and interpersonal skills Self‑motivated, disciplined, and results‑driven Able to work independently while collaborating with a team Comfortable using CRM systems and Google Workspace Experience in restoration, insurance, or home services is strongly preferred Valid driver's license required Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $55,000‑$70,000 First‑Year OTE: $85,000‑$105,000 Second‑Year OTE: $115,000‑$130,000+ Top Performers: $140,000+ Commission Structure (Transparent) 3% of total mitigation and contents sales from your referral network 1% of total reconstruction/repair sales from your referral network Performance‑based bonus tiers tied to total sales volume Benefits Included: Performance review after 90 days, then annually. Health, vision, and dental insurance 401(k) with company match up to 6% 8 paid holidays (5 vacation days and 3 sick days PTO) Birthday leave Parental leave (2 weeks) VASA gym membership Relocation assistance available on a case‑by‑case basis. Equal Opportunity & ADA Statement Romexterra is an equal opportunity employer. The company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job descriptions are intended to outline key duties and may be subject to change based on business needs. This employer may use applicant screening tools, including AI‑assisted evaluation, in accordance with Illinois law. A human review of your application is available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr