Business Development Representative

Business Development Representative  

The Business Development Representative (BDR) is a fast-paced, competitive role, responsible for collaborating with our Field Sales team to identify and develop new opportunities across the full Gordian suite of solutions and driving opportunities within existing accounts. An ideal candidate will have working knowledge of capital planning and experience with construction procurement across a variety of institutions in the United States.   

The successful candidate will be a highly effective communicator who interacts with a team at all levels and is self-motivated, driven to succeed, goal-oriented, methodical, and tenacious.  

  
Responsibilities:  

Develop and maintain an expert level of knowledge of all Gordian products and solutions in assigned territory or vertical market   

Produce Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs) using established criteria and coordinate engagements with our Field Sales Representatives  

Develop and manage lead funnel within assigned territory or vertical market  

Engage prospects using phone, email, and social media platforms  

Align efforts with Marketing on strategic campaigns to grow existing customer base in regions where an anchor client is established  

Identify dormant accounts/ closed lost opportunities with Field Sales and drive re-engagement efforts  

Collaborate with Sales Ops, Marketing, Operations, and Group Purchasing partners for resources and support in strategically targeting assigned territory   

Track and manage prospecting, qualification, outreach, and nurture activities in our CRM platform (Salesforce.com) and in our sales engagement software (SalesLoft)  

Embrace the FBS philosophy and consistently utilize the daily management tools provided to track and drive performance against individual and team goals  

Adhere to standard work practices and consistently perform at a level achieving and exceeding all activity and sales metrics  

Qualifications:  

2 or more years of Business Development and prospecting experience in the B2G or B2B environment   

Bachelor's degree desired, but relevant work experience will be considered  

The ability to research and identify leads and move them through a formal sales process effectively  

Proven skills at building and maintaining effective client relationships   

Track record of successfully reaching, and exceeding, established sales quotas  

Exceptional verbal, written, and listening skills, as well as the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with customers and all levels of management  

Discipline to maintain high activity level and call volume while tracking all activities in our CRM platform (Salesforce.com) and sales management Software (SalesLoft)  

Strong attention to detail; making and keeping commitments and meeting deadlines  

Capital planning and construction procurement knowledge is beneficial but not required  

Ability to travel up to 10%  

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. 

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. 

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. 

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Gordian 

Gordian is the world’s leading provider of facility and construction cost data, software and services for all phases of the building lifecycle. A pioneer of Job Order Contracting (JOC), Gordian’s offerings also include our proprietary RSMeans data and Sightlines Facility Intelligence solutions. From planning to design, procurement, construction and operations, Gordian’s solutions help clients maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings and increase building quality. Gordian is a part of the international business group Fortive, with 26,000 people employed worldwide. 

We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, HSA, and a 401(k) retirement plan. EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled 

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.