About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Summary

The Business Development Associate is an entry-level sales and client‑relations role focused on growing IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services. You will identify new business opportunities, build and maintain virtual relationships with IT decision-makers, and represent Confidential Client on data security and sustainable IT disposal matters. This is a full-time position based in Lincoln, NE.

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Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain virtual relationships with clients and partners across assigned market segments.
• Research and identify prospective clients and opportunities within IT asset disposition (ITAD).
• Conduct outreach via phone and email to establish and advance client relationships.
• Listen to client data‑security requirements and represent those needs internally.
• Prepare and deliver sales pitches, proposals, and presentations to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with operations to understand service capabilities, timelines, and limitations.
• Negotiate client agreements and support contract finalization with management.
• Track and achieve monthly and annual outreach and pipeline targets.
• Provide market feedback to internal teams to improve services and offerings.
• Attend industry events and conferences to network and identify new business.
• Stay current on ITAD market trends, compliance, and regulatory developments.

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Qualifications

• Experience in sales or business development; experience in IT asset management, procurement, or ITAD is a plus.
• Good understanding of information technology assets and related market dynamics.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and CRM software.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, environmental science, IT, or related field preferred but not required.

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Compensation & Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Lincoln, NE (on-site / local-commute expectations as required)
• Base pay: $16.00 per hour (training period). After training and transition to full role ownership, competitive commissions and performance-based bonuses are available. All required training will be provided.
• This role is career-oriented with visible growth opportunity and alignment with senior leadership.

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About the Client

Confidential Client is a technology services provider specializing in IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and sustainable end-of-life management for enterprise IT equipment. The organization focuses on data security, regulatory compliance, and maximizing value recovery while minimizing environmental impact. The Business Development Associate will help drive growth while promoting secure and sustainable ITAD solutions.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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