Business Development Sales Representative

Southeastern Equipment Company
Columbus, OH

Job Description

Job Description

Business Development Sales Representative (BDSR)

Effective: 2.12.2026

Accelerate Market Growth. Own the Territory. Build Your Career.

At Southeastern Equipment Company (SEC) , we don’t just sell equipment — we help our customers win.

We’re looking for a high-energy, analytically driven, field-focused sales professional to take ownership of market expansion in Franklin County and surrounding areas. This is not an entry-level sales job. This is a launchpad into a long-term Outside Sales career with structured development and real territory impact.

If you’re competitive, data-driven, and hungry to build something bigger than yourself — keep reading.

Primary Responsibility Summary

The Business Development Sales Representative (BDSR) is a high-impact, field-based sales role responsible for accelerating market penetration and expanding SEC’s customer footprint.

As the territory’s Data Intelligence Champion , you will:

  • Leverage advanced market analytics to uncover underserved segments

  • Reactivate dormant accounts

  • Displace competitive fleets

  • Convert insights into real revenue

This role bridges strategic data with boots-on-the-ground execution.

You will manage the full sales cycle — from prospecting and qualification to closing and CRM documentation — while partnering closely with the assigned Outside Sales Representative (OSR).

This position is a structured development path into a future OSR role.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Regional Sales Manager
Works Closely With: Assigned Territory Outside Sales Representative (OSR)

Travel Requirements

This is a field-based role requiring extensive travel within Franklin County and surrounding areas.

  • 50–75% of time in the field

  • Majority of travel within 1–2 hours of the home branch

  • Occasional overnight travel for training, vendor events, and company meetings

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Performance Metrics

You will be accountable for:

  • Market Share Growth in CCE Products (Pilot Geography)

  • Dollar Value of Opportunities Created

  • Revenue and Gross Profit Attainment

  • Dormant & Competitive Account Conversions

  • Weekly Face-to-Face Meetings with Data-Identified Prospects

  • CRM Activity & Data Integrity Compliance

Our Mission, Vision & Values

Mission: To help our customers win.
Vision: To be a leading solutions provider in the construction and related industries.

Values:

  • Hustle

  • Thoughtful

  • Passion

  • Customer Focused

If these resonate with you, you’ll fit here.

Core ResponsibilitiesMarket Development & Account Management (Grow & Maintain)
  • Execute a focused growth strategy using Advanced Market Analytics

  • Identify and prioritize high-value prospects

  • Reactivate dormant accounts

  • Target competitive fleet displacement opportunities

  • Maintain detailed CRM documentation

  • Provide territory and competitive intelligence feedback

  • Stay informed on industry and product trends

Sales Generation & Execution (Close)
  • Own the full sales cycle: prospect → qualify → quote → negotiate → close

  • Conduct equipment demos and deliver value-based presentations

  • Collaborate with Territory OSR for full market coverage

  • Drive new, used, and rental equipment sales

  • Identify cross-sell opportunities for Parts & Service

  • Generate and transition qualified leads when appropriate

Market Intelligence Leadership (Inform)
  • Serve as territory Data Intelligence Champion

  • Master proprietary analytics and market reporting systems

  • Translate data into structured daily/weekly sales plans

  • Provide proof-of-concept feedback to refine the data-driven selling model

  • Complete ongoing product and sales training

Sales Documentation & Planning
  • Maintain accurate CRM entries

  • Track progress toward market share targets

  • Update contact records and planning sheets

  • Develop weekly and long-term territory plans

  • Prepare quotes and proposals

Cross-Functional & Administrative Duties
  • Support credit and collections resolution

  • Partner with Marketing, Parts, Service, and Operations

  • Participate in open houses and dealership events

  • Travel with departments to promote integrated solutions

  • Perform additional duties as assigned

3-Year Development Path

This role is part of SEC’s structured pipeline for future Outside Sales Representatives.

Over three years, you will receive intensive development in:

  • Product knowledge & application

  • Advanced market analytics

  • Competitive displacement strategy

  • Negotiation mastery

  • Closing excellence

Successful completion leads to transition into a full OSR role with an assigned or newly created territory.

This is a career path — not just a job.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $75,000
Target Commission Variable: $25,000
Total Target Compensation: $100,000

Additional Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

  • Full field-technology stack

  • Professional development investment

Education & Experience

Education (Preferred):
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Agribusiness, Marketing, or related field

Experience:

  • 1–3 years of sales experience required

  • Heavy equipment, industrial, construction, or technical sales preferred

Skills & Abilities
  • Strong data literacy and analytical thinking

  • Ability to convert insights into sales action

  • CRM and Microsoft Office proficiency

  • Strong relationship-building skills

  • Clear ambition for a long-term Outside Sales career

  • High organization and territory management discipline

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is an active, field-based role.

  • Frequent driving

  • Jobsite exposure and outdoor weather conditions

  • Climbing and inspecting heavy equipment

  • Navigating uneven terrain

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally

  • Exposure to noise, mechanical parts, temperature extremes

Appropriate PPE may be required.

If you are competitive, analytical, and motivated to build a long-term sales career in a high-performance environment — we want to meet you.

Apply today and start building your territory.

Posted 2026-04-17

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