Business Development Manager - Light Industrial Staffing

  • Employ LLC
  • Marietta, Georgia
  • 02/11/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications Management

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition and revenue growth within our light industrial staffing division. This role is built for a seasoned staffing sales professional who has a track record of winning new business, building long-term client partnerships, and consistently exceeding sales goals.

This is a hunter role. You will own the full sales cycle-from prospecting and discovery through close and client handoff-while collaborating closely with operations and recruiting to ensure exceptional delivery.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

  • Identify, target, and secure new client accounts within light industrial sectors (manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, logistics, etc.)
  • Develop and execute a strategic prospecting plan using cold outreach, networking, referrals, and market intelligence
  • Lead discovery conversations to understand client workforce challenges and position tailored staffing solutions

Sales Execution

  • Own the full sales cycle: prospecting, presentations, proposals, pricing, negotiations, and close
  • Consistently meet or exceed monthly and annual revenue targets
  • Negotiate contracts, service agreements, and pricing structures aligned with margin goals

Client Relationship Management

  • Serve as the primary relationship owner for new accounts through onboarding and early lifecycle
  • Partner with recruiting and operations to ensure client expectations are met or exceeded
  • Identify opportunities for account expansion, increased volume, and additional service offerings

Market & Industry Leadership

  • Stay current on local labor market trends, competitor activity, and client needs
  • Represent the company professionally at networking events, trade associations, and client meetings
  • Provide feedback to leadership on market opportunities and service enhancements

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of staffing sales experience, specifically within light industrial staffing
  • Proven history as a top producer (documented success hitting or exceeding quotas)
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently generate net new business
  • Strong consultative selling and negotiation skills
  • Experience selling high-volume, workforce solutions in competitive markets
  • Proficiency with CRM systems and sales activity tracking
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for client meetings

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience selling contract, temp-to-hire, and direct hire solutions
  • Existing local market relationships and book of business
  • Strong understanding of operational KPIs, margins, and workforce delivery models
  • Experience collaborating closely with recruiting and branch operations teams

What Success Looks Like in This Role

  • Consistently closing new accounts and ramping revenue quickly
  • Building trusted client relationships that lead to long-term partnerships
  • Operating with urgency, discipline, and accountability
  • Acting as a true ambassador of our brand in the market

Why Join Us

  • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
  • Established operations and recruiting support
  • Clear expectations and autonomy to run your territory
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on company growth

Pay - $90k + Commissions

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