Business Developer (Outside Sales)

Express Employment Professionals; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commissions

Performance bonuses

First-year earnings potential

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Kent, WA is hiring a Business Development Manager for outside sales. You’ll build relationships with South King County businesses, meet owners and decision makers, and present staffing solutions to grow our office. This true hunter role offers uncapped commissions, bonuses, and strong career growth.

You’ll spend time prospecting, networking, and visiting client sites, with a target to exceed sales and revenue goals while supporting a dynamic recruiting team.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B sales or staffing is required.
• Proven success meeting or exceeding goals and KPIs.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business throughout South King County.
• Prospect via cold calling, referrals, networking, LinkedIn, email campaigns, and visits.
• Meet with business owners to understand hiring needs.
• Present customized staffing and workforce solutions.
• Build long-term client relationships with exceptional service.
• Partner with recruiting to ensure great client experiences.
• Represent Express at local networking events and organizations.
• Consistently achieve sales activity and revenue goals.

Skills

B2B sales

Outside sales

Relationship-building

Communication

KPIs / sales metrics

Driver's license

Job description

Business Development Manager (Outside Sales)

Location: Kent, WA | Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission + Performance Bonuses

First-Year On-Target Earnings: $80,000–$120,000+

Build Relationships. Grow Businesses. Earn What You're Worth.

Are you someone who thrives on competition, enjoys meeting new people, and loves the challenge of winning new business? Express Employment Professionals is looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to help grow our Kent office by building relationships with businesses throughout South King County. This is a true outside sales role. You'll spend your time prospecting, meeting with business owners, networking in the community, and helping companies solve their hiring challenges. Every day is different, and your success is rewarded through uncapped commissions, bonuses, and career growth.

Why Express?

Express Employment Professionals is the largest privately held staffing company in North America, and our Seattle Metro franchise is consistently ranked among the Top 20 of more than 800 Express offices worldwide. You'll be supported by an experienced recruiting team that delivers exceptional candidates, allowing you to focus on what you do best—building relationships and growing your business. Whether you're visiting manufacturing facilities, logistics companies, professional offices, or skilled trades employers, you'll have the tools and support needed to become a trusted workforce partner in your community.

What You'll Do

• Develop new business throughout South King County.
• Prospect through cold calling, referrals, networking, LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, email campaigns, and in-person visits.
• Meet with business owners and decision-makers to understand their hiring needs.
• Present customized staffing and workforce solutions.
• Build long‑term client relationships through exceptional service.
• Partner with our recruiting team to ensure outstanding client experiences.
• Represent Express at local networking events and business organizations.
• Consistently achieve sales activity and revenue goals.

What You Bring

• Experience in B2B sales, business development, staffing, service sales, or retail management.
• A competitive mindset and strong desire to succeed.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proven success meeting or exceeding goals, KPIs, or sales metrics.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission
• First‑year earning potential of $80,000–$120,000+
• Performance bonuses and annual incentive trips
• Corporate rewards and sales contests
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Ongoing sales coaching and professional development
• Tenured recruiting team that helps you close more business
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing franchise
• A high‑performance culture where hard work is recognized and rewarded

More Than a Sales Job

At Express Employment Professionals, we believe work changes lives. Every client you partner with and every person you help place has a direct impact on businesses, families, and our community. If you're looking for a career where your effort determines your success, your earning potential is uncapped, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.