Regional Business Development Representative – B2B Staffing Solutions

Accelera; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Gastonia, NC seeks a Regional Business Development Representative to drive regional growth in staffing solutions. You will forge partnerships, develop strategic expansion plans, and guide a team toward ambitious targets while strengthening ties with local communities and organizations.

Responsibilities include market analysis, client relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration with marketing, recruiting, and operations to deliver value-driven staffing services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (MBA asset).
• At least 5 years in sales or business development, preferably HR or staffing.
• Proven local partnership building and community initiatives.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams while achieving growth benchmarks.
• Strong interpersonal skills to expand local networks.
• Strategic, proactive mindset focused on objectives.
• Experience in B2B environments and field-based sales.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Growth Planning: develop regional expansion strategies aligned with values and long-term goals.
• Community Engagement & Client Relationship Management: build enduring client and partner relationships and represent the brand locally.
• Market Analysis & Insights: use market data to identify opportunities and shifts relevant to the community-focused approach.
• Revenue Generation & Accountability: define and track regional targets and drive high-quality results.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with marketing, recruiting, and operations to meet client requirements.

Skills

B2B experience

Sales

Team leadership

Partnership building

Community focus

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing/Business

MBA asset

Job description

Regional Business Development Representative - B2B Staffing Solutions

About the Organization

With a legacy spanning more than four decades, our firm is dedicated to innovation and deep community roots. We operate as a boutique organization that prioritizes meaningful connections and positive local influence. Our operational philosophy is anchored in the principles of Purpose, Integrity, Collaboration, Excellence, and Intention, ensuring that every team member can make a tangible difference. We are currently looking for a passionate, community-focused professional to help advance our organizational goals.

Role Summary

In this position, you will serve as a primary driver of our regional expansion, ensuring our growth remains aligned with our dedication to community welfare. You will be tasked with spearheading development initiatives in specific territories, nurturing new professional connections, and guiding a group of specialists toward achieving ambitious growth milestones. By applying a strategic mindset, you will help amplify our mission through local involvement and the delivery of high-quality staffing services.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Growth Planning

• Create and implement regional expansion strategies that reflect our fundamental values and long-term objectives.
• Focus on securing partnerships and entering markets that prioritize community-centric outcomes to ensure our growth serves a greater purpose.

Community Engagement & Client Relationship Management

• Cultivate and sustain enduring professional bonds with our clients, local partners, and regional organizations.
• Act as a brand ambassador by attending local events and networking functions to solidify our standing as a positive influence within the region.

Market Analysis & Insights

• Utilize current market data to pinpoint emerging opportunities and industry shifts that align with our community-focused approach.
• Adapt our outreach strategies to ensure we provide value-driven solutions while maximizing our overall regional impact.

Revenue Generation & Accountability

• Define and track regional financial targets to ensure consistent performance.
• Maintain a hands‑on leadership style to guide your team toward high‑quality results that support both our organizational expansion and the well‑being of the communities we support.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with our marketing, recruiting, and operations departments to ensure client requirements are met with seamless service.
• Promote a culture of internal cooperation to drive collective success across all business units.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a relevant discipline; an MBA is considered an asset.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in sales or business development, preferably within the HR or staffing sectors.
• A demonstrated history of successful local partnership building and a genuine commitment to community-based initiatives.
• A proven ability to lead and mentor teams while consistently hitting established growth benchmarks.
• Superior interpersonal skills, particularly when navigating and expanding within local professional networks.
• A proactive, strategic mindset with a strong focus on achieving defined objectives.
• Expertise in Business-to-Business (B2B) environments.
• Extensive experience in field-based sales operations.