Business Development Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Attractive role focusing on B2B sales in the restaurant sector with potential for high earnings and significant impact.
- Clear career growth potential with uncapped earnings
- Use your expertise for meaningful impact in client businesses
- Collaborative yet autonomous role focused on relationships
Pros
- Competitive salary with a clear commission structure
- Opportunity to improve operational efficiencies for clients
- Autonomy in managing client relationships and sales pipeline
Cons
- Role requires in-depth knowledge of restaurant operations
- Potentially high pressure to achieve sales targets
- Limited by regional market constraints
Who it's for
Mid-level • Remote with fieldwork
Good fit
- Seasoned B2B sales professionals
- Candidates with knowledge of restaurant operations
- Self-driven individuals who like customer engagement
Not recommended for
- Newcomers without sales experience
- Those seeking stable office-only roles
- Individuals without an understanding of service contracts
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Business Development Manager – Proactive Maintenance
Location: Columbus, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: VP of Operations
The Role
This isn’t your typical sales position — it’s an opportunity to own and grow a high-potential market.
As the Business Development Manager – Proactive Maintenance, you’ll lead new business development for the PlumbGuard program, introducing proactive maintenance agreements to restaurant owners, facilities managers, and multi-unit operators across Columbus, OH.
Your mission: drive growth, build recurring revenue streams, and develop long-term relationships by showing restaurant operators how proactive plumbing and drain maintenance protects profits and ensures operational uptime.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $60,000 – $70,000
Commission: Uncapped earning potential
Residuals: 1% annual residual on active agreements for the life of each contract (capped at renewal)
On-Target Earnings: $110,000+ first-year potential
Benefits Include:
Company vehicle and fuel card
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off
3% IRA match
Key Responsibilities
Prospect, present, and close new restaurant accounts for PlumbGuard proactive maintenance agreements.
Manage a robust pipeline through CRM tools and consistently achieve sales quotas based on Total Contract Value (TCV).
Partner with the Senior Service Manager to conduct on-site assessments and develop tailored proposals.
Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and renewals to ensure long-term customer satisfaction.
Educate decision-makers on the ROI and reliability of proactive maintenance solutions.
Cultivate renewals, upsells, and referrals to drive sustained market growth.
Qualifications
3+ years of B2B sales experience, preferably within facility services, HVAC, or maintenance contracts.
A strong network within the Columbus restaurant community and experience selling recurring revenue models.
Proven ability to prospect, present, and close in competitive markets.
Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills.
Self-motivated, accountable, and able to thrive independently.
Why This Role?
This position offers entrepreneurial freedom backed by a strong service infrastructure. You’ll help restaurants stay open, avoid costly downtime, and keep kitchens running smoothly—all while growing your own six-figure income.
Join a company that rewards initiative, values integrity, and empowers you to make an impact.
