Business Development Manager

About the role

Strivo Labs is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to drive new business acquisition across architects, developers, contractors, and both corporate and residential clients. This field‑first, hunter role requires full ownership of the sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while laying the groundwork for a future sales team.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across multiple client segments.
• Manage the entire sales process independently, from prospecting to deal closure.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referral partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Represent the company at site visits, client meetings, and industry events.
• Track pipeline and sales activity, reporting progress against targets.
• Develop processes and structure to support scaling of a sales team.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• 5‑10 years of experience in sales, business development, or a related field.
• Proven track record of winning and closing business.
• Self‑starter capable of operating independently and taking ownership of results.
• Strong relationship‑building, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Comfortable with a field‑based, target‑driven role.

Required skills

• None explicitly listed.

What we offer

• Competitive fixed salary plus commission on sales.
• Ownership of the sales function with room to shape and grow it.
• Opportunity to build and eventually lead a sales team.