Business Development Associate

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 05/12/2026State/Province CaliforniaCountry United StatesJob DescriptionBluewater provides comprehensive and innovative solutions for managing the lifecycle of large format batteries and solar panels. As a startup committed to further developing a circular economy, we innovate in the reuse, recycling, and resale of EV, e‑mobility, material handling equipment, and energy storage technologies to promote sustainability and resource efficiency. We're on an exciting mission to reduce inefficiencies and enable a secondary marketplace for renewable energy equipment, and we're doing it in an emerging segment of renewable energy where strong operators can set the standard for growth and innovation.The OpportunityBluewater is hiring a Business Development Associate to help drive growth across our renewable energy marketplace. This role is about creating momentum, identifying new opportunities, starting conversations, and building relationships that turn into real revenue. You'll work directly within our sales engine, learning how deals are sourced, structured, and closed in a startup environment where effort and execution matter. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys the chase, stays persistent through ambiguity, and wants to build foundational sales skills with clear performance visibility. If you're motivated by results, energized by outbound sales, and eager to grow inside a scaling company, this role will challenge and reward you.RequirementsWhat You'll OwnProactively seek new business through prospecting, cold calling, and other methods of outreachQualify leads and conduct market research to identify potential customersServe as an integral part of the sales process, maintaining a pipeline of leads while tracking ongoing deals within a CRM softwareCultivate and maintain strong customer relationshipsGenerate quotes and proposals which are accurate to the scope of each projectWork with clients to understand their unique pain points and creatively outline custom solutions based on Bluewater's servicesOwn the full sales cycle, from first outreach through proposal, negotiation, and closingDrive deals across the finish line and see them through to executed contracts and purchase ordersBecome a subject matter expert in Bluewater's services and how they can provide value to customersQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent work experience1‑4+ years of experience in salesSales training and CRM experience are a plusFamiliarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsProactive and diligent with a self‑motivated approach to business developmentStrong organizational and project management skillsetWillingness to travel to industry trade shows and eventsResults‑driven with a passion for achieving ambitious sales targetsWhy Bluewater?Opportunity for rapid career growth and clear ownershipHealth benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance are 100% paid for employeesTeam‑oriented workplace: Bluewater has a team‑first ethos. We work together toward a common goal and take pride in our collective and individual successes. You will be surrounded by passionate team members who are motivated to succeedBe part of something big: When you join the Bluewater team, you'll be the first mover in an exciting time in the company's life cycle. Your input will help form and shape the company. Your work will have an impact for years to comeLocation and CompensationWork Type: In-person, full‑timeOTE: $75,000‑$90,000#J-18808-Ljbffr