Business Development Representative

Doherty Staffing Solutions; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Ongoing training and development

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is seeking a Business Development Representative for our Mankato team. You will develop new client partnerships, grow existing accounts, and help businesses solve workforce challenges with uncapped earning potential, autonomy, and impact on growth.

In this role, you’ll prospect, meet with decision-makers, and collaborate with recruiting and operations to deliver outstanding client experiences. A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in relevant roles are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• 2+ years in sales, business development, staffing, or customer-facing roles.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop new business through networking, cold outreach, referrals, social media, and in-person meetings.
• Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and key stakeholders.
• Conduct client meetings to identify workforce needs and present staffing solutions.
• Grow and retain existing customer accounts by providing exceptional service and support.
• Collaborate with recruiting and operations teams to deliver outstanding client experiences.
• Develop territory plans, sales forecasts, and business growth strategies.
• Participate in local business, professional, and community organizations to increase market presence.
• Conduct workplace safety assessments and client presentations.
• Achieve and exceed sales and revenue goals.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship-building

Negotiation

CRM experience

Communication

Microsoft Office

Self-motivated

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mankato, MN | Base Salary + Uncapped Commission + Bonuses + Mileage Reimbursement

Are you a relationship-driven sales professional who enjoys opening doors, building partnerships, and driving business growth?

Doherty Staffing Solutions is looking for a Business Development Representative to join our Mankato team. In this role, you'll develop new client partnerships, grow existing accounts, and help businesses solve workforce challenges. If you're motivated by uncapped earning potential, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on business growth, we'd love to connect with you.

What You'll Do

• Prospect and develop new business through networking, cold outreach, referrals, social media, and in-person meetings
• Build and maintain relationships with decisionmakers, influencers, and key stakeholders
• Conduct client meetings to identify workforce needs and present staffing solutions
• Grow and retain existing customer accounts by providing exceptional service and support
• Collaborate with recruiting and operations teams to deliver outstanding client experiences
• Develop territory plans, sales forecasts, and business growth strategies
• Participate in local business, professional, and community organizations to increase market presence
• Conduct workplace safety assessments and client presentations
• Achieve and exceed sales and revenue goals

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• 2+ years of professional experience in sales, business development, staffing, recruiting, or customer-facing roles
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
• Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Why Join Doherty?

At Doherty, we’re passionate about helping people and businesses succeed. We’ve spent more than 45 years connecting talent with opportunity, and we’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace in Minnesota for over a decade.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including family coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment programs
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs, celebrations, and appreciation events
• Award-winning culture built on integrity, teamwork, and community impact

About Doherty

Doherty Staffing Solutions has been helping employers and job seekers succeed for more than 45 years throughout Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, and beyond. As a multi-year Top Workplace Minnesota and Top Workplace USA recipient, we’re proud of the positive impact our employees make every day.