Business Development Representative | Outbound Sales & Lead Generation
3 days ago
Jersey City
Company: Paper & Flowers Compensation: Commission-Based | $50 Per Qualified Meeting Scheduled + Commission About Paper & Flowers Paper & Flowers is a Jersey City-based experiential production studio specializing in handcrafted floral installations, custom creative displays, and immersive brand experiences. We transform spaces and bring brand stories to life through large-scale paper florals, custom installations, branded gifting, retail displays, and experiential activations. Our in-house team of designers and artisans manages every stage of production, from initial concept development and design to fabrication, logistics, and on-site installation. With a commitment to craftsmanship, creativity, and sustainability, our work has been featured in collaborations with some of the world's most recognized brands, including Dior, Valentino, the Met Gala, Swarovski, Netflix, and L'Oréal. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated, resourceful, and results-driven individual to help expand our client base and identify new business opportunities. Position Summary Paper & Flowers is seeking a proactive Business Development Representative to support our growing sales efforts through outbound prospecting, lead research, cold calling, and meeting generation. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys identifying potential clients, researching businesses and decision-makers, initiating conversations, and building connections. The primary responsibility is to identify qualified prospects and secure introductory calls with our founder or sales representative, who will take the lead in developing those relationships into prospective projects and sales. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator with a strong sense of initiative, a natural hunter mentality, and the persistence to turn cold prospects into meaningful business opportunities. We are looking for someone who is comfortable picking up the phone, proactively identifying potential clients, thinking strategically about outreach, and finding creative ways to generate interest in Paper & Flowers' services. Key Responsibilities • Lead Research & Prospecting: Identify and research potential clients, brands, agencies, event planners, hospitality groups, and other businesses that could benefit from Paper & Flowers' services., • Cold Calling & Outreach: Proactively contact prospective clients through cold calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other channels to introduce our services, generate interest, and establish new connections., • Market Research & Lead Qualification: Identify key decision-makers, research upcoming campaigns, product launches, events, and other business opportunities, and assess potential for collaboration., • Meeting Generation: Build connections with qualified prospects and schedule introductory calls with our founder or sales representative., • Pipeline Management & Reporting: Maintain an organized database of leads, contacts, outreach efforts, and follow-ups while tracking meetings scheduled and overall prospecting progress., • Sales Team Collaboration: Work closely with our Founder and Account Executive to share lead research, communicate prospect needs, and facilitate the transition from initial outreach to sales development. Ideal Candidate & Qualifications • Previous experience in sales, cold calling, lead generation, business development, or appointment setting., • A natural salesperson with a strong hunter mentality and the confidence to initiate conversations with new prospects., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Strong research abilities and an interest in identifying new business opportunities., • Comfortable conducting outbound calls and communicating with business owners, marketing directors, event producers, and other decision-makers., • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple prospects and maintain accurate lead records., • Self-motivated, persistent, and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently., • Familiarity with CRM platforms, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and lead-generation tools is a plus., • Experience in luxury retail, fashion, hospitality, events, experiential marketing, public relations, or creative industries is highly desirable. Position Details Compensation: Commission-Based • This is a performance-based opportunity with compensation structured around successful meeting generation., • $50 per qualified introductory meeting successfully scheduled with either the founder or designated account executive., • Small commission for each closed deal., • No traditional hourly wage or base salary., • Opportunity to earn based on the volume of qualified meetings generated. Employment Type: Part-Time This position will begin as part-time, with the opportunity for expanded responsibilities and continued growth as the company evolves. What Makes This Opportunity Exciting? • The opportunity to represent a creative studio working with internationally recognized luxury brands., • Exposure to the fashion, beauty, hospitality, retail, events, and experiential marketing industries., • The ability to contribute directly to the growth and expansion of an established creative business., • An opportunity to develop valuable business development, prospecting, and sales skills., • A collaborative relationship with company leadership and the sales team. Interested in Helping Us Grow? If you are a motivated self-starter who enjoys prospecting, connecting with new people, and uncovering business opportunities, we would love to hear from you! Learn more about our work at www.paperandflowers.com.