Business Development Manager

Elwood Staffing•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Elwood Staffing is seeking a Business Development Manager to identify and develop new business relationships. The role involves qualifying prospective business, creating and presenting proposals, and building sustainable client partnerships. The manager presents customized solutions based on prospective clients’ business needs, drives negotiations, closes and onboards new accounts, and works with a service team to support service delivery. The position involves local travel 60–70% of the week, with an auto allowance provided, and is not remote.

Requirements

Ability to work cross-functionally to proactively communicate and resolve issues with a high sense of urgency.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
A valid driver’s license is required for travel between the branch and prospect/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 prospective clients.
Create new, sustainable business partnerships.
Present customized solutions that demonstrate an understanding of prospective clients’ business needs.
Drive negotiations, close and onboard new accounts.
Work with a service team to provide service delivery.
Travel locally between the branch and prospect or client locations.