Business Development Manager

Elwood Staffing•Murfreesboro, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Elwood Staffing is seeking a Business Development Manager to identify and develop new business partnerships. The role involves prospecting, qualifying business opportunities, creating and presenting proposals, negotiating and closing new accounts, and onboarding clients in partnership with a service team. The position requires local travel 60–70% of the week between the branch and prospect or client locations; an auto allowance is provided. This is not a remote position. Elwood Staffing describes its culture as performance- and results-driven and offers training and professional development, support from local, regional, and corporate teams, and opportunities for advancement. The company serves more than 6,000 businesses and puts more than 28,000 people to work daily.

Requirements

Ability to work cross-functionally and proactively communicate and resolve issues with a high sense of urgency.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license required for travel between the branch and prospect or client locations.

Nice To Haves

Outside sales or new account business development experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Identify leads and qualify prospective business.
Create proposals and present them to clients.
Create new sustainable business partnerships.
Travel locally 60–70% of the week to prospect and client locations.
Present customized solutions that demonstrate an understanding of prospective clients’ business needs.
Drive negotiations, close and onboard new accounts, and work with a service team to provide service delivery.
Proactively communicate and resolve issues in cross-functional work.