Associate, Business Development

Vaco Recruiter Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment services firm in Kansas City seeks a motivated Associate in Business Development to drive sales and increase revenue. The ideal candidate will develop strong client relationships, manage job orders, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor's Degree and up to 18 months of sales or staffing experience are required. This position offers a hybrid/remote option with management approval.

Qualifications

• 0 to 18 months technology sales or staffing experience required.
• Active member of the IT community, networking groups a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships to generate sales.
• Conduct prospecting activities, including calls and emails.
• Generate and manage job orders from intake to fulfillment.
• Utilize CRM tools to track activities and manage growth.

Skills

Customer Focus

Results Oriented

Effective Communication

Planning & Prioritization

Decision Making

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CRM tools (e.g., Bullhorn)

Job description

Job Title: Associate, Business Development

Work Timings: Core Business Hours

Description

We are seeking a motivated Associate to drive sales, increase revenue, and build strong client relationships. In this role, you will collaborate with recruiters to fulfill job orders while working closely with business stakeholders, leaders, and subject matter experts to ensure effective project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain client relationships to generate sales and revenue.
• Conduct prospecting activities, including calls, emails, and in-person meetings.
• Generate and manage job orders from intake to fulfilment.
• Utilize CRM tools (e.g., Bullhorn) to track activities and manage business growth.
• Work cross-functionally to support hiring needs across different business units.

Good to have

• Customer/Candidate Focus
• Results Oriented.
• Communicates Effectively and delivers written and verbal communication.
• Planning & Prioritization
• Decision Making
• Collaboration

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or 0 to 18 months technology sales or staffing experience required.
• Active member of the IT community, networking groups a plus.

Location

In office. Hybrid/Remote option may be considered with Management approval.

Travel Requirements:

Less than 5% (almost no travel)