Business Development Specialist

Absolute International Security is hiring a Business Development Specialist to support the business development team and help deliver proposal documents for new client opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and finalize external-facing business development materials including RFP responses, RFI responses, quotes, service offerings, credentials statements, pitch documents, and other documents needed to win new business
• Represent the company during client walkthroughs, interviews, and negotiations tied to the business development process
• Partner with Business Development, Operations, Recruiting, and Legal to gather and compile information for high-priority RFPs and quote requests
• Review and analyze RFP/RFI documents and Q&A to identify service, compliance, and recruiting requirements, along with instructions and evaluation criteria
• Support bid management activities such as developing bid plans and templates and coordinating with internal subject matter experts to produce responsive submissions
• Maintain and update standard proposal materials, including templates, content, biographies, and experience details in the company’s proposal management files and databases
• Participate in post-bid debriefings and share insights with executive leadership and other departments on solutions and best practices
• Follow best practices for preparing, maintaining, and distributing proposal documents
• Coordinate with internal business development resources to keep business development activities collaborative and consistent
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information
• Collaborate with other departments to support business development and company goals
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of current security industry service needs, trends, and technologies
• Support overall performance of the business development portfolio and report on the status of potential and new clients to executive leadership

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
• Minimum 3 years of business development or sales experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
• Experience in the security industry or a related field preferred
• Valid guard card permit, or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required to operate company vehicle
• Must be at least 26 years old
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and additional screening requirements
• Effective written and verbal communication plus strong interpersonal skills
• Strong multi-tasking and task management skills with attention to detail
• Professional, customer-service oriented demeanor with emphasis on team collaboration and client relations
• Demonstrates confidentiality, discretion, initiative, and self-motivation
• Dependable with commitment to ethical conduct and integrity

Compensation

• $70,000 - $80,000 per year (USD)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• Training and Career Development
• Employee Assistance Programs

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday: 9AM - 6PM

Job Details

• Location: Irwindale, CA (onsite)
• Full-Time, Non-Exempt (FLSA Status)
• At-will employment; duties and schedules may be adjusted based on client requirements or operational needs

Apply

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (626) 858-7188

Absolute International Security is a BSIS Licensed Private Patrol Operator (PPO #16302).

• 5155 Irwindale Avenue, Irwindale CA 91745
• absolutesecurityintl.com