Outside Sales / Business Development Specialist

Fute; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO accrual for full-time employees

PTO accrual for full-time employees (I

Job summary

A reputable company is seeking an Outside Sales / Business Development Specialist based in Des Moines, IA. The role involves driving business growth by generating leads, nurturing prospects, and maintaining a strong sales pipeline. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of outside sales experience and strong networking skills. The company offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and PTO accrual for full-time employees. Relocation support is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of outside sales experience with proven success in building profitable client relationships.
• Strong networking skills and willingness to attend evening events.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Generate leads, nurture prospects, and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Meet clients face-to-face, present services, and close profitable deals.
• Represent the company at trade associations and industry functions.
• Participate in marketing and events, tradeshows, golf tournaments, and promotional events (including after-hours).
• Achieve sales targets through meetings, calls, and networking efforts.

Skills

Outside sales experience

Networking skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Results-driven

Valid driver’s license

Face-to-face selling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Outside Sales / Business Development Specialist

NOTE: Nationwide candidates open to relocating to Des Moines, IA are welcome to apply. The client offers relocation support for qualified candidates.

We are looking for a driven Outside Sales / Business Development Specialist to help grow our business, build strong client relationships, and represent our brand in the market.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Business Growth: Generate leads, nurture prospects, and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Client Engagement: Meet clients face-to-face, present services, and close profitable deals.
• Industry Presence: Represent the company at trade associations, networking events, and industry functions.
• Marketing & Events: Participate in tradeshows, golf tournaments, and promotional events (including after-hours).
• Sales Targets: Achieve ambitious goals through meetings, calls, and networking efforts.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of outside sales experience with proven success in building profitable client relationships.
• Strong networking skills and willingness to attend evening events (2x/week).
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and results-driven.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Frequent driving, walking, standing, phone calls, and computer use.
• Collaboration with diverse individuals across teams and clients.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO accrual for full-time employees (30+ hours/week)