Business Development Representative (Field Sales, Metro Detroit) Job at Northstar Painting, Birmingham, MI

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  • Northstar Painting
  • Birmingham, MI

Job Description

About the Company:

Northstar Painting has been proudly serving Michigan homeowners and businesses since 1999. What started as a small local operation has grown into a trusted name in both residential and commercial painting, with a reputation for quality, service, and community focus. As we expand our reach, we're building a team of competitive, motivated professionals who want to grow with us.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a self-motivated Business Development Representative with a passion for field sales and client relationships to join our team in Birmingham, MI. If you're confident speaking with people face-to-face, thrive on building connections, and want to be rewarded for your results, this could be a perfect fit. This role blends outside sales, estimating, and community networking, you'll be on the front lines of our business, helping businesses start their next big project.

Responsibilities:

Sales & Client Engagement:

  • Prospect and generate new leads through local outreach, networking, referrals, and inbound inquiries
  • Meet with business owners to understand their needs and explain our services
  • Present estimates, proposals, and service plans in a professional and confident manner
  • Follow up with leads, build relationships, and close deals
  • Represent Northstar Painting at local events, community functions, and networking groups

Estimating & Project Prep:

  • Conduct site visits to gather project details for estimating
  • Request and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes
  • Prepare accurate bids and proposals
  • Work closely with the operations team to hand off signed projects smoothly

Qualifications:

Must-Haves:

  • 3+ years of experience in field sales, outside sales, or home service-based business development
  • Strong people skills and confidence in face-to-face meetings
  • Self-starter who’s organized, coachable, and results-driven
  • Basic knowledge of project scoping or estimating (or willingness to learn)
  • Driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Familiarity with the Metro Detroit area

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience in painting, roofing, landscaping, or construction industry
  • Existing network within local homeowner or commercial markets
  • CRM experience or comfort with sales tracking tools
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and industry experience will also be considered.

Pay range and compensation package:

  • Base salary + commission
  • Health insurance
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Northstar Painting is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Job Tags

For subcontractor, Local area, Work from home,

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