About the role

  • Director of Business Development leading sales and partnership strategies for Backbone Fiber. Focused on building relationships and driving growth in the telecom and infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Identify, target, and develop new business relationships with our ideal clients: ISP’s, Municipalities, infrastructure GC’s, and power companies.
  • Prospect, pitch, and close partnership deals.
  • Maintain accurate records on CRM to track leads, pipeline velocity, and customer interactions.
  • Attend industry conferences and networking events to represent Backbone Fiber.
  • Develop RFP and bid responses in collaboration with operations.
  • Collaborate with leadership on pricing, marketing, and long-term account strategy.
  • Attend site visits with Project Managers to stay up to date on the service we provide to our customers.
  • Help define processes for lead gen, contract negotiation, and post-sale handoff.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, competitive landscape, and product knowledge.

Requirements

  • 4-8 years of experience in sales or business development in one of these industries: telecom, construction, or infrastructure services.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and results driven.
  • Experience with CRM platforms such as Monday.com or similar.
  • Ability to learn technical concepts related to fiber optics, splicing, and installation.
  • Comfortable with cold outreach and high-volume prospecting.
  • Associates or bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

  • Vehicle allowance.
  • Comprehensive benefits package with 4% 401k employer match, medical, vision, dental insurance, and more!
  • Paid Time Off to help you recharge and maintain work-life balance.

Job title

Director of Business Development

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$75,000 - $95,000 per year

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Location requirements

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