Selling Branch Manager - Baton Rouge, LA

Upgrade Resources; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life/AD&D/long-term disability

Paid time off

Cell phone reimbursement

Mileage allowance

Travel reimbursement

Referral incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Upgrade Resources in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Selling Branch Manager to drive revenue, manage client partnerships, and lead a recruiting team in a hybrid capacity. The role emphasizes strategy development, new business growth, and coaching a small team to exceed quarterly sales targets.

The ideal candidate has a proven outside B2B sales background in staffing, a track record of meeting quotas, and strong leadership abilities to inspire a high-performing branch culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of proven outside B2B sales experience is required.
• Proven outside B2B sales experience in staffing highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in new business development and meeting or exceeding revenue quotas
• Strong prospecting and territory management discipline
• Experience selling to plant, HR, or operations leaders is a major plus
• Self-motivated and competitive; thrives in a performance-driven culture
• Leadership ability and comfort managing a small team

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement local sales strategies to expand the client base and drive branch revenue.
• Drive new business through prospecting, cold calls, networking, and client visits with a consultative approach.
• Grow existing accounts by introducing additional staffing solutions and deepening long-term partnerships.
• Act as player-coach—lead and coach a small recruiting team while managing your own client portfolio.
• Oversee recruiting operations for temp and temp-to-hire placements.
• Deliver on branch sales goals and drive overall profitability.
• Track competitor moves and market trends to stay ahead locally.

Skills

Outside B2B sales

Staffing sales

Leadership

Client relationships

Self-motivated

Competitive

Job description

Job Title: Selling Branch Manager - Baton Rouge, LA

Location: Baton Rouge, LA (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000 Annually + Uncapped Commission (Six-Figure Earnings Achievable)

Company Introduction

This role is with a nationally recognized staffing organization that has spent more than 30 years supporting the light-industrial and manufacturing workforce. The company is known for its high-energy culture, award-winning performance, and dedication to delivering outstanding service to clients and associates. It's a fast-moving, growth-oriented environment designed for professionals who want to build, lead, and leave a measurable impact.

This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced staffing sales professional who is ready to take charge of branch operations, shaping business development efforts, strengthening client relationships, and guiding a team toward long-term, sustainable success.

Role Overview

The Selling Branch Manager is responsible for driving revenue, maintaining strong client partnerships, and elevating overall branch performance. In this hybrid role, you'll serve as both strategist and active contributor, building new business, expanding existing accounts, and coaching your recruiting team to deliver top-tier results.

The position requires someone who can lead by example, execute with urgency, and inspire a high-performing branch culture. The ideal candidate is a competitive, goal-driven leader with a strong background in staffing sales and branch management, outstanding relationship-building skills, and the ability to motivate teams to consistently exceed expectations.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute local sales strategies to expand the client base and drive branch revenue growth
• Drive new business through prospecting, cold calling, networking, and client visits, using a consultative, solution-oriented approach
• Grow existing accounts by introducing additional staffing solutions and deepening long-term client partnerships
• Act as a player-coach - lead and coach a small recruiting team to achieve performance goals while managing your own personal client portfolio
• Oversee recruiting operations for temp and temp-to-hire placements
• Deliver on individual and branch sales goals while driving overall branch profitability
• Track competitor moves and market trends to stay ahead locally

Required Background

• Minimum 2 years of proven outside B2B sales experience is required
• Proven outside B2B sales experience in staffing highly preferred
• Demonstrated success in new business development and meeting or exceeding revenue quotas
• Strong prospecting and territory management discipline
• Experience selling to plant, HR, or operations leaders is a major plus
• Self-motivated and competitive; thrives in a performance-driven culture
• Leadership ability and comfort managing a small team

Compensation & Perks

• $70,000 Annually + Uncapped Commission (Six-Figure Earnings Achievable)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement, mileage allowance, and paid travel expenses
• Referral incentives and career advancement opportunities
• Ability to inherit and expand an established client portfolio after milestone achievements