We are seeking energetic, polished, and highly motivated Business Development Managers to drive growth and expand market share within the Houston area.
This is a client-facing sales role focused on generating new business, developing strategic relationships, and growing revenue through staffing and workforce solutions. The ideal candidate is a hunter-minded sales professional who enjoys networking, building relationships, opening doors, and closing business.
Successful candidates will possess strong communication skills, professional presentation, confidence, persistence, and a proven ability to develop long-term client partnerships. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment and enjoys being in front of clients rather than behind a desk.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, referrals, prospecting, and market research.
- Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline of prospective clients.
- Conduct in-person client meetings and presentations.
- Develop and execute territory growth strategies to achieve revenue goals.
- Negotiate service agreements, contracts, and pricing structures.
- Consistently generate new business opportunities and revenue growth.
Client Relationship Management
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers and key stakeholders.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and consultative partner for clients' workforce needs.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and ongoing account management.
- Collaborate with recruiting teams to ensure successful delivery of staffing solutions.
Territory & Market Development
- Expand market presence through strategic prospecting and networking efforts.
- Attend industry events, business functions, trade shows, and networking groups.
- Research market conditions, industry trends, and competitive activity.
- Develop strategies to increase brand awareness and client acquisition.
Reporting & CRM Management
- Maintain accurate documentation of sales activities and client interactions.
- Utilize CRM systems to manage pipelines, forecasts, and opportunities.
- Provide regular activity and revenue reporting to leadership.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of business development, outside sales, account management, or revenue-generating sales experience.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
- Strong relationship-building and networking abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong negotiation and closing skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Professional appearance and ability to represent the organization in front of clients.
Preferred Qualifications
- Staffing industry experience.
- Business development experience within:
- Temporary Staffing
- Professional Staffing
- Workforce Solutions
- HR Services
- B2B Services
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
- Experience utilizing CRM systems and sales reporting tools.
- Existing business relationships within the Houston market.
- Base Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 annually
- Competitive benefits package
- Stable and growing organization
- Professional development and sales support