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Business Development Manager

Vaco
$53,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Connecticut, Shelton
Aug 21, 2025
Position: Business Development Manager - Community Outreach & Field Sales Location: Onsite (Retail Location, CT) Type: Full-Time Schedule: 40+ hours/week with regular evening and weekend availability for community and networking events Overview: Seeking a full-time Business Development Manager to lead local customer acquisition efforts and expand brand presence through direct outreach, networking, and relationship-building. As a neighborhood-focused organization, we believe in the power of showing up, engaging authentically, and serving with purpose. We are launching our first customer-facing retail space and need someone who can connect with residents, small businesses, and local groups to spread the word about our services and values. Compensation: $53,000 base salary; depending on experience. Commission structure to be determined About the Role: The Business Development Manager will be responsible for in-person engagement, local canvassing, direct outreach, and representing the brand at community events and business gatherings. This role will focus on grassroots efforts to build relationships and generate leads, working closely with internal teams to coordinate field marketing efforts, promotions, and community initiatives. You'll report to the Director of Business Operations and work alongside a small, collaborative team that includes technical, customer service, and installation professionals. Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-person outreach, including door-to-door visits, cold calls, and community canvassing to drive customer sign-ups Represent the company at tabling events, local festivals, chamber of commerce meetings, and business networking functions Develop and maintain relationships with local stakeholders such as small business owners, property managers, neighborhood associations, and residents Identify new business or partnership opportunities and provide market feedback to inform campaigns Assist with field marketing logistics, event coordination, and on-the-ground activation efforts Collaborate with internal teams to ensure outreach aligns with current service areas and marketing priorities Track outreach activities and conversion data using a CRM or lead management system Report regularly on performance metrics, community feedback, and lead pipeline status Requirements: 2-4 years of experience in business development, sales, field marketing, or community outreach Strong communication skills and confidence initiating conversations with new people Self-starter who thrives in a field-based, fast-moving environment Familiarity with lead tracking tools or CRM platforms Deep understanding of local communities and comfort navigating neighborhoods or small business networks Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or evenings, based on event and outreach schedules Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.