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Business Development Manager

ATI Restoration, LLC, San Diego, CA, United States


Department: Sales

Job Title: Business Development Manager (BDM)

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Status: Full-Time

Position Summary
The Business Development Manager is responsible for generating new revenue by owning face-to-face selling, account expansion, and competitive displacement within an assigned market. This role is focused on developing relationships that convert into active work, expanding share within existing accounts, and opening white space with new customers and referral sources.

The BDM operates primarily in the field and is expected to spend the majority of time in in-person meetings with customers, referral partners, and decision-makers. Each BDM owns the quality, depth, and conversion of relationships across priority segments into sustained revenue.

Success in this role requires discipline, follow-through, and the ability to sell ATI's capabilities in a way that aligns with operational realities. The BDM is accountable for building a durable book of business, not just generating activity. This role partners closely with Operations, Estimating, and Regional Sales leadership to ensure opportunities pursued can be executed and collected.

Key Responsibilities
New Business Development & White Space Growth

Develop new customer relationships within assigned territory and target verticals

Identify and penetrate white space within existing accounts to expand share

Build relationships with decision makers and influencers including property managers, facility leaders, risk managers, adjusters, consultants, and brokers

Represent ATI in committees, boards, and community organizations

Maintain a forward-looking pipeline of qualified opportunities and contact/account leads across multiple offices and service lines

Face-to-Face Selling & Account Ownership

Conduct regular in-person meetings with customers and referral partners

Own assigned accounts and be accountable for relationship depth, opportunity flow, and results

Develop and execute account plans for priority relationships

Support complex pursuits, presentations, and negotiations when required

Represent ATI professionally in the market through meetings, site visits, and industry events including coordination and planning as necessary

Opportunity Conversion & Internal Coordination

Partner with Project Directors, Project Coordinators, National Sales, and Operations leaders to convert opportunities and leads into authorized work

Ensure opportunities are accurately entered and maintained in Salesforce

Maintain visibility into job progress for active accounts and reinforce expectations with customers

Address issues that risk customer confidence, execution, or repeat business

Support intake discipline by selling ATI's process, not just services

Sales Discipline & Market Intelligence

Maintain accurate, current opportunity data in Salesforce

Gather pricing and market intelligence sharing with Regional Sales leadership

Follow established sales process, standards, and ethical guidelines

Participate in sales reviews, coaching sessions, and regional meetings

Support regional initiatives, campaigns, and strategic pursuits as directed

Collaboration with National Sales, BDRs, and Marketing

Collaborate with National and Vertical Sales leader to drive MSA/ERA results in local offices

Leverage BDR support for prospecting, meeting setup, and account research

Provide clear direction and feedback to BDRs on target accounts and follow-up

Participate selectively in events and marketing initiatives that support relationship development

Focus time on high-value, face-to-face selling rather than event logistics

Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent sales experience

3+ years of proven experience in outside sales, business development, or account management

Background in restoration, construction, insurance services, or adjacent commercial services strongly preferred

Valid and active US driver license

Demonstrated ability to sell complex services through relationship-based selling

Experience working cross-functionally with operations teams

Competencies

Field Selling Discipline – Consistently prioritizes in-person selling and relationship building

Account Ownership – Takes responsibility for results within assigned accounts and territory

Competitive Mindset – Comfortable displacing incumbents and winning contested business

Operational Awareness – Understands how sold work impacts execution, margins, and customer experience

Communication – Communicates clearly with customers, peers, and internal teams

Judgment – Pursues the right opportunities and escalates when execution risk exists

Organization – Manages multiple accounts and opportunities with structure and accuracy

Resilience – Maintains momentum through rejection, competition, and long sales cycles

Career Path
The Business Development Manager role is a core field-selling position with opportunity for advancement based on sustained performance and leadership capability. Potential progression includes:

Senior Business Development Manager (BDM)

Executive BDM / National Accounts, depending on skill and specialization

Advancement is driven by demonstrated ability to grow revenue, expand accounts, and operate as a trusted commercial partner to Operations.

Limitations And Disclaimer
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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