Remote Business Development Representative—Growth

PeopleReady; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

PeopleReady is seeking a Business Development Representative in Bolingbrook, IL to drive new customer acquisition and expand existing accounts within the local market. You will proactively identify opportunities, nurture relationships, and promote TrueBlue brands to meet sales targets.

Responsibilities include prospecting, negotiating terms with contracts teams, and mentoring peers, with a strong focus on strategic growth and customer retention in a remote-but-field-based role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related sales experience; Bachelor’s, associate degree, or equivalent combo.
• Managed portfolio of at least $2.5M per year.
• Experience in blue-collar market verticals; proven target-exceeding track record.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect and acquire new customers within the territory.
• Develop account management and growth strategies to increase share of wallet.
• Lead formal business reviews with key customers to assess performance and identify growth.
• Collaborate with contracts and legal teams to negotiate terms.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings.
• Mentor other sales reps and client-facing employees.

Skills

Communication skills

Persuasion

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Competitive drive

Relationship building

Time management

Sales knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce.com

Microsoft Office

Job description

PeopleReady is seeking a Business Development Representative in Bolingbrook, IL to drive new customer acquisition and expand existing accounts within the local market. You will proactively identify opportunities, nurture relationships, and promote TrueBlue brands to meet sales targets.

Responsibilities include prospecting, negotiating terms with contracts teams, and mentoring peers, with a strong focus on strategic growth and customer retention in a remote-but-field-based role.