Business Development Associate

Business Development Associate

Location: Kansas City (Lenexa, KS HQ) | Full-Time | In-Office

About the Job

We are hiring a Business Development Associate who will be focused on outbound prospecting, cold calling, and appointment setting for their assigned Account Executives. This position plays a critical role in driving pipeline growth by initiating conversations with prospective clients across government, hospitality, and education sectors. This is a great opportunity for motivated individuals who are tenacious, people-oriented, and eager to start a career in sales.

What You'll Get

• Base Salary + Incentives with Total Earning Potential of $45,000-$60,000
• Benefits That Pay Off Fast Real value starts as soon as you're eligible. No long wait to feel the impact.
• $0 Employee Medical Premiums We cover 100% of your employee medical insurance premium.
• Customize Your Coverage Dental, vision, life, disability, wellness programs, and family benefit options.
• Paid Time to Recharge 7 paid holidays each year.
• Flexible PTO That Grows With You Use time off for vacation, life events, or simply recharging.
• Invest in Your Future 401(k) with a 100% company match on your first 4%.
• Employee Referral Program
• Full-time, in-office, onsite role with a consistent schedule
• Structured training and sales coaching
• Clear path for growth into an Account Executive role
• Supportive team environment focused on development and success

What You'll Do

• Make a high volume of outbound cold calls to prospective clients
• Identify, qualify, and generate new sales leads
• Set qualified appointments for Account Executives
• Research prospective customers using CRM tools, online resources, and databases
• Maintain and update prospect information within Salesforce or other CRM systems
• Communicate effectively with prospects to identify needs and introduce solutions
• Collaborate closely with Account Executives to build a strong sales pipeline
• Track activity, call outcomes, and performance metrics
• Maintain a positive, professional, and persistent approach to outreach

Who We Are

REMEDI8 is a national leader in passive fire protection and compliance solutions for healthcare and commercial facilities. Headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, we specialize in inspection, maintenance, and compliance of fire doors, dampers, and firestopping systems.

REMEDI8 delivers industry-leading reporting, innovative software, and tailored compliance solutions that help our customers maintain safety, efficiency, and regulatory readiness nationwide.

What We're Looking For

• Tenacious, motivated individual who enjoys talking to people and building relationships
• Comfortable making cold calls and initiating conversations
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Positive attitude with resilience to handle rejection
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment
• Coachable and open to feedback and development
• Reliable, organized, and accountable for performance
• Prior sales experience not required
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Frequent use of a computer, phone, and headset
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age to meet company driving and insurance eligibility requirements
• Valid driver's license required. Ability to obtain and maintain identification necessary for work-related travel is required
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Associate's degree preferred, but not required

Compensation & Benefits Disclosure: The compensation range for this position is $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year. This range represents REMEDI8's good-faith estimate of the compensation expected to be offered to a successful candidate at the time of hire. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, geographic location, market conditions, and business needs.

Placement within the compensation range will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, education, geographic market, internal equity, and business needs.

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may have access to company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings plans with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and other programs offered in accordance with company policy and applicable law. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary by position, location, and length of employment.

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement: REMEDI8 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

REMEDI8 is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants throughout the hiring process. If you require assistance or accommodation to access our careers site, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

Pay Transparency Statement: REMEDI8 will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant, consistent with applicable law.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Notice: REMEDI8 may utilize technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) and automated tools, to assist with certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process. All employment decisions are made in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. REMEDI8 does not use AI or automated systems to unlawfully discriminate against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic.

Pre-Employment Screening: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include motor vehicle record reviews, drug testing, employment verification, credential verification, criminal background checks where permitted by law, and other job-related assessments consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

REMEDI8 will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history or conduct criminal background checks until after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

REMEDI8 will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance and Ban-the-Box laws where applicable. REMEDI8 complies with all applicable Fair Chance, Ban-the-Box, and criminal history assessment laws. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Any criminal history consideration will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and will consider the nature of the position, the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the offense, and any other factors required by law.