Business Development Representative

PeopleReady • New Orleans, LA

6h • $61,500 - $79,077 • Remote

About The Position

As a direct report to the Area Sales Manager, the Business Development
Representative will drive the acquisition of new customers and facilitate the
expansion of existing accounts within the local market. This role requires a
passionate sales professional who excels in identifying and expanding
opportunities proactively and cultivating strong, enduring relationships with
customers. This role will develop a deep understanding of TrueBlue’s offerings
and how we solve customer problems.

Requirements

• Three or more years related sales experience; Bachelors, associate degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Managed a portfolio of at least $2.5M per annum.
• Sales experience in one or more blue-collar market verticals.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Experience in understanding, adapting, and applying new technologies.
• Valid driver license, registered vehicle, and vehicle insurance.
• Communicates clearly, concisely, and professionally in both written and verbal forms
• Adept at persuading diverse customer stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines effectively under pressure
• Analytical abilities: skilled in analyzing order, associate, and customer data to drive informed decisions and achieve outcomes
• Competitive drive
• Capable of establishing rapport with a wide range of individuals
• Understand multiple, diverse perspectives from clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Salesforce.com, leveraging technology for efficient sales management and reporting

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect and acquire new customers within the designated territory through effective networking and lead development.
• Identify growth opportunities and prospects for new customer acquisition.
• Enhance customer loyalty and drive account growth by developing relationships with customers.
• Implement strategic sales initiatives to meet and surpass sales targets.
• Consult with customers to understand their business needs and offer creative solutions to solve workforce needs Effectively sell the PeopleReady service offerings.
• Collaborate with PeopleReady contracts and legal teams to negotiate contract terms effectively.
• Ensure competitive bill rates and margins are applied to all customer contracts.
• Ensure the appropriate branch is aware of any unique, differentiating customer details.
• Proactively solution cross sell opportunities across all TrueBlue brands and neighboring markets.
• Develop account management and sales strategies to increase share of wallet and customer retention.
• Lead formal business reviews with key customers to assess performance and identify growth opportunities.
• Utilize appropriate technology and tools to develop and maintain comprehensive account management and growth strategies.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor offerings, and market developments to effectively position TrueBlue products/services.
• Mentor other sales reps and client facing employees.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees