Director of Business Development

Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?)

At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 7,000 automated kiosks and online marketplace , we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don’t have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology.

At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet.

The Business Development Director will own revenue and be accountable for closing new retail partnerships—from first outreach through signed contract and successful launch of new ecoATM kiosk installations. This is a quota-carrying, full-cycle sales role.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Corporate Development
, you will lead a disciplined sales process (prospecting, discovery, proposal/ROI, negotiation, contracting, and handoff) while working cross-functionally with Legal, Marketing, Analytics, Account Management and Salesforce operations to deliver on commitments. Travel as needed for in-person meetings, trade shows, and offsites.

• Own and close new retailer partnerships—meet/exceed new-business quota and deliver signed agreements, installed kiosks, and revenue.
• Build and execute plans to close target retailers; identify decision makers, influencers, and buying committees; draft messaging and pitch materials
• Run discovery to understand retailer objectives and constraints; develop tailored value propositions and ROI models for device recycling and trade-in.
• Manage the full sales cycle from first outreach through signed contract and handoff to implementation; maintain momentum with clear close plans.
• Lead negotiations and contract redlines (commercial terms, rent/revenue share, placement, SLAs, and legal/privacy/security requirements as applicable) to signature.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive proposals and executive-ready presentations; present to VP/C-level stakeholders and cross-functional committees.
• Drive outbound prospecting (cold calling, email, Linked In, partners, and events) to build pipeline—while prioritizing late-stage advancement and closing activity.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders to create winning solutions and ensure deliverability across Legal, Marketing, Analytics and Account Management.
• Refine our tradeshow strategy and represent ecoATM at key industry events; generate qualified opportunities and convert them to closed-won deals.

• Stay informed on industry trends and maintain a deep understanding of the retailer ecosystem as well as smartphone and electronics recycling trends
• Report on forces that shift strategic directions for account opportunities
• Understand the competitive landscape and determine how to best position ecoATM in the market

• Utilize Salesforce to manage full-cycle pipeline, forecasting, and reporting; maintain accurate stage hygiene, close dates, and next steps.
• Partner with internal teams to translate prospect needs into clear requirements and a clean handoff once deals are signed.
• Own weekly forecasting and performance updates; track pipeline health, stage conversion, win rates, cycle time, and forecast accuracy.
• Work with Analytics on scoring potential retailer locations and building financial model proposals in Excel.

• 10+ years of experience selling into retailers in all channels – Discount, Dollar, Grocery, Convenience and others
• Deep understanding of retailers’ operations and key stakeholders
• Proven track record of success in meeting and exceeding quota in…