Director of Business Development, Professional Services and Automation

MeeDerby; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Competitive base salary

High-growth environment

Job summary

MeeDerby is seeking a Director of Business Development to build and lead a new revenue stream in the engineering, automation, and skilled trades sectors. This leadership role targets net-new client acquisition and a self-starting hunter mindset will thrive in a commission-driven environment.

You will identify opportunities, manage a full-cycle pipeline from prospecting to first placement, and partner with delivery teams to ensure successful handoffs. Remote options available.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years staffing business development experience.
• Proven track record of true new logo acquisition.
• Experience in Staffing in Engineering, Robotix, Oil and Gas, Warehouse Automation or Skill Trades verticals.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and close net-new client relationships.
• Build and manage a full-cycle sales pipeline from prospecting through first placement.
• Target clients in engineering, automation, and manufacturing sectors.
• Drive revenue through new logo acquisition.
• Partner with delivery teams during post-sale handoff.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking functions.
• Consistently meet and exceed gross margin targets.

Skills

New business development

Pipeline generation

Consultative sales

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Director of Business Development, Professional Services and Automation
Dallas/Fort Worth/Austin, TX or Houston(Remote)

Preferred Experience With Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation Or Robotix Clients.

Are you a staffing hunter looking to build something from zero and be highly rewarded for it?

Strategic Sales Player/Coach role for the right candidate

Our client is a specialized staffing firm focused on engineering, controls/automation, and skilled technical talent. They are known for their deep technical expertise and ability to deliver niche talent in industries where generalist firms fall short.

We’re hiring for a Director of Business Development to drive net-new client acquisition and build a high-value book of business from the ground up.

What You Will Do

• Identify, pursue, and close net-new client relationships
• Build and manage a full-cycle sales pipeline from prospecting through first placement
• Target clients in engineering, automation, and manufacturing sectors
• Drive revenue through new logo acquisition
• Partner with delivery teams during post-sale handoff
• Represent the company at industry events and networking functions
• Consistently meet and exceed gross margin targets
• What we’re looking for:
• 5–10 years of staffing business development experience
• Proven track record of true new logo acquisition
• Experience in Staffing in either Engineering, Robotix, Oil and Gas, Warehouse Automation or Skill Trades verticals
• Strong hunter mentality with high activity levels
• Existing relationships in manufacturing, automation, or engineering preferred
• Self-directed and motivated by commission-driven earnings

Required Skills

• New business development
• Pipeline generation and management
• Consultative sales within staffing
• Client relationship building
• Required education, training, experience:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required)
• Minimum 5 years staffing industry experience required

What You Get

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Strong earnings potential tied directly to performance
• Opportunity to build and own a book of business
• Work with a specialized, technically differentiated firm
• High-growth environment with strong market demand
• Base mid to high 6 figures with uncapped commission incentive

Job Number 8068