Business Development Manager

BBSI Talent Acquisition; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Career growth opportunities within BBS

Job summary

BBSI is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to expand our presence in Salem, OR. You’ll own the full sales cycle—from prospecting to closing—while delivering tailored staffing and workforce solutions that meet client goals.

You'll partner with recruiting and operations to ensure smooth onboarding, 90‑day follow-ups, and strong first-year retention, building lasting partnerships across industries.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of successful B2B sales in staffing or related services.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas and revenue goals.
• Strong prospecting, discovery, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Ability to build credibility with HR, operations and executive stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Professionalism, urgency, ownership, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently in a metrics-driven environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/ATS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business and revenue growth across assigned sectors.
• Build relationships via phone, email, LinkedIn, networking, referrals.
• Lead discovery meetings to understand workforce needs and goals.
• Present staffing solutions and negotiate terms.
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and accurate CRM records.
• Close new business and manage proposals and pricing.
• Collaborate with recruiting and operations on client delivery.
• Support client success with 30- and 90-day check-ins.
• Track forecasts and meet revenue targets.

Skills

B2B sales

Staffing industry knowledge

Prospecting

Negotiation

Communication

CRM/ATS proficiency

Independence

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM/ATS platforms

Job description

BBSI Talent Acquisition Team is growing, and we’re looking for an accomplished Business Development Manager to expand our presence in Salem OR!

This is a high-impact opportunity for a motivated sales professional who enjoys opening doors, solving workforce challenges, and turning new relationships into lasting partnerships. You’ll own the full sales cycle, from identifying prospects and leading discovery conversations to presenting tailored solutions, negotiating terms, and closing business.

You’ll also remain closely involved during each new client’s first year, helping ensure a successful launch, strong service experience, and long‑term growth.

What You’ll Do:

Drive new business and revenue growth - 80%

• Build new relationships through phone, email, LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and community involvement
• Target prospective clients across assigned industries and territories
• Lead discovery meetings to understand each organization’s workforce needs and business goals
• Present compelling staffing and talent acquisition solutions
• Develop and maintain a healthy, well‑qualified sales pipeline
• Prepare proposals, negotiate pricing, and close new business
• Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts, and follow‑up activities
• Consistently achieve defined revenue, margin, activity, and account‑acquisition goals

Support new client success -12%

• Serve as a strategic partner to newly acquired clients
• Conduct 30- and 90-day follow‑ups and regular service check‑ins
• Partner with internal teams to address concerns quickly and effectively
• Identify opportunities to expand relationships through additional services
• Help achieve at least 90% first‑year retention among newly acquired accounts
• Collaborate weekly with recruiting and operations teams
• Contribute to territory and revenue strategy discussions
• Stay informed about labor‑market conditions, industry trends, and competitors
• Represent BBSI at a minimum of one networking event each month

Maintain reporting and operational excellence -3%

• Record sales activity accurately and consistently in the CRM/ATS
• Submit weekly forecasts and pipeline updates
• Participate in sales meetings and performance reporting

What Success Looks Like:

We believe in clear expectations and measurable success. Typical activity benchmarks include:

• 60–80 outbound calls per week
• 25–35 new prospect touches per day across multiple channels
• 8–12 new meetings scheduled per week
• 5–8 discovery meetings completed per week
• 3–6 qualified opportunities added to the pipeline each week
• Pipeline coverage equal to at least three times the monthly revenue target
• CRM activity documented within 24 hours
• Consistent progress toward monthly revenue, quarterly account‑acquisition, gross‑margin, and conversion goals

What You Bring:

• Five or more years of successful B2B sales experience in staffing, recruiting, workforce solutions, or a related service industry
• A demonstrated record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas and revenue goals
• Strong prospecting, discovery, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
• The ability to build credibility with HR, operations, and executive stakeholders
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• A high level of professionalism, urgency, ownership, and follow‑through
• The ability to work independently and thrive in a goal‑oriented, metrics‑driven environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/ATS platforms

Why Join BBSI?

At BBSI, you’ll have the opportunity to grow a market, build meaningful client partnerships, and work alongside recruiting and operations professionals who are invested in delivering excellent results. You’ll also gain access to professional development and career opportunities across our national staffing network.

• Medical insurance with multiple plan options
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career‑growth opportunities within BBSI’s national staffing network

Equal Opportunity Employer

BBSI is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.