At Found Rental Co., our Business Development Coordinators are fearless go-getters with a passion for events and a knack for building relationships. With unmatched confidence, resilience, and positivity, they thrive in meeting new people and are energized by the challenges of developing new partnerships. They believe in our brand, and their enthusiasm shines through everything they do.

Position Overview:

As a Business Development Coordinator, you will take the lead in driving growth by building and nurturing client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and providing exceptional customer service. You’ll work alongside a team of passionate professionals, offering creative solutions to clients and driving successful partnerships. Your energy, commitment, and strategic mindset will be key to our ongoing success. The Central Coast Business Development Coordinator will also be responsible for maintaining and staffing the Santa Barbara Showroom which includes but is not limited to hosting client meetings and updating floor sets to show new and seasonal inventory.

Key Responsibilities: 

• New Business Development: Identify and contact potential clients to build relationships and generate new sales.
• Market Intelligence: Stay informed on market trends and competitor activities, utilizing business intelligence to inform strategies.
• Networking & Industry Engagement: Attend industry events and networking functions to expand professional connections and raise brand visibility.
• Product Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with the latest product offerings and communicate new developments to potential and existing clients.
• Client Relationship Management: Maintain and nurture client relationships through trust and exceptional service.
• Customer Feedback & Retention: Actively seek customer feedback to ensure satisfaction and loyalty; follow up on lost/cancelled orders to understand and address objections.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with the team to achieve shared goals, and contribute fresh ideas during team meetings to keep things dynamic and innovative.

• Showroom: Host client meetings and mock ups at the Santa Barbara Showroom and maintain product displays.

Required Skills & Attributes: 

• Drive & Tenacity: A relentless pursuit of new business and the ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external interactions.
• Interpersonal Expertise: Ability to build and develop long-lasting relationships with clients.
• Organization & Multitasking: Strong organizational skills, capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and managing time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Negotiation & Decision-Making: Skilled in negotiating and making decisions to close deals successfully.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and creatively, applying innovative ideas to business development.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in using spreadsheets, presentation software, and other IT tools to track performance and communicate effectively.
• Team Player: A collaborative approach with the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Flexibility & Initiative: A proactive, adaptable mindset, with the confidence to take the initiative and start new projects from scratch.

Experience:

• 1-2 years experience in a business development role
• Preferred 3-5 years experience in the events industry

Structure:

• Full time
• Salary, exempt full time employee
• Most responsibilities will occur Monday-Friday between normal business hours, Occasional evenings and weekends

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

To Apply: