Director, Sales Development & Recruitment

HALO Branded Solutions; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading branded merchandise firm in Chicago is seeking a Sales Recruiter to cultivate a candidate pipeline and support new hires. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in the promotional products industry and be proficient in Salesforce and Microsoft Office. This role offers a competitive salary and a flexible work schedule, along with comprehensive benefits and strong career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the promotional products industry and sales management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, Salesforce, and email marketing campaigns.
• Ability to travel up to 30% annually.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and develop a pipeline of target candidates for recruiting and acquisitions.
• Provide training and support for new hires.
• Develop and implement an annual recruiting plan aligned with organizational objectives.

Skills

Sales management

Candidate prospecting

Use of Salesforce

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Email marketing tools

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Branded Merchandise

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Strong emphasis on career advancement and internal promotions
• Flexible work schedule with remote work options, especially for candidates in the West Coast/PST time zone
• Supportive and inclusive company culture that recognizes and celebrates employee achievements

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and develop a pipeline of target candidates for recruiting and acquisitions
• Provide training and support for a smooth onboarding experience for new hires
• Develop and implement an annual recruiting plan aligned with organizational objectives
• Establish and achieve sales recruitment goals and activities for the organization
• Conduct competitor analysis to monitor recruiting activities and tools within the industry

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the promotional products industry and sales management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, Salesforce, and email marketing campaigns
• Proven ability to prospect candidates through various channels, including social media and in-person meetings
• Strong competency in interpreting financial statements and basic business structures such as P&L and Income Statements
• Ability to travel up to 30% annually

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in leading meetings both in-person and virtually
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and successfully recruit new sales talent
• Familiarity with Salesforce database management and deal management processes
• Organized, detail-oriented, and equipped with effective leadership and time management skills

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