
Commercial Business Development Executive
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Cotton Holdings is seeking a Commercial Business Development Executive to expand its commercial client base and build relationships with property-loss decision-makers. The role focuses on lead generation, contract acquisition, revenue growth, client relationship management, and coordination with internal project teams. The company provides property restoration, recovery, and construction services, including disaster response and large-scale development projects.
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Commercial Business Development Executive
Department: Business Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Reporting To: Louis Martinez
Description
Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about driving business growth and building lasting client relationships? At Cotton Holdings, Inc., we believe in empowering individuals, driving meaningful change, and fostering success through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. As a National Business Development professional, you’ll play a vital role in expanding our client base and strengthening relationships with key industry decision-makers.
Who We Are
Cotton Holdings, Inc. is a global leader providing comprehensive solutions for property restoration, recovery, construction, and more. Whether we’re responding to natural disasters or managing large-scale development projects, our innovative team combines world-class talent with a vast inventory of company-owned assets to achieve exceptional results. Ready to be part of our dynamic, mission-driven team? Let’s get started!
Key Responsibilities
As a National Business Development professional, you’ll play a key role in securing new commercial policyholder clients and fostering strong relationships with commercial property loss decision influencers. Working closely with internal teams and industry leaders, you’ll drive revenue and ensure exceptional client service. Here’s a snapshot of your responsibilities:
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Lead Generation & Client Acquisition: Schedule in-person presentations with key decision-makers, generate new leads, and secure long-term contracts.
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Revenue Growth: Effectively close leads and drive revenue through strategic partnerships.
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Client Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with customers and act as a business continuity partner for emergency service needs.
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Communication & Coordination: Collaborate with Project Coordinators, Project Managers, and Field personnel to ensure projects run efficiently and meet client objectives.
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Marketing & Brand Awareness: Utilize all marketing tools to promote company services and increase revenue.
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Vendor & Partner Management: Monitor, train, and assist in maintaining vendor programs.
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Professional Excellence: Represent Cotton Holdings with integrity and professionalism at all times.
Qualifications and Requirements
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Education: Marketing, Business degree, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
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Experience: Proven sales and management experience, with experience in the insurance industry being a plus.
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Skills: Strong presentation, negotiation, and communication skills (written and verbal).
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Technical Requirements: Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Why Join Cotton?
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Impactful Work: Make a difference by helping businesses prepare for and recover from disasters.
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Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate, talented professionals in a fast-paced environment.
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Career Growth: Expand your skills and grow within a dynamic, industry-leading company.
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Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a strong benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and more.
Our Values
At Cotton, we value Action Orientation, Collaboration, and Accountability . We’re seeking someone who communicates effectively, makes data-driven decisions, and thrives in our fast-paced, dynamic environment. If you’re a results-driven professional with a passion for business development, we’d love to hear from you!
Ready to Apply?
Make an impact and grow with us! Apply today at www.work4cotton.com to join a team that’s transforming the disaster recovery and construction industries.
Disclaimer
This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact HR at (877) 511-2962.
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How this job compares
Set against the 20,070 open Business Development jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Florida median$121–212K/yr415 salary ranges
- US median$19–35/hr830 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 770 open Business Development jobs in Florida and 20,070 across the US. 10% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Florida
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- Experience
- Business Development postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 4 to 10 years (15,827 postings).
- Education
- 7,186 of the 20,070 open Business Development jobs (36%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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