Business Development Representative

PeopleReady

Business Development Representative for PeopleReady, focusing on acquiring new customers and expanding existing accounts in the local market. Requires three years of sales experience, adept networking, and relationship building.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,897 - $79,077 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in customer acquisition and account management, with a strong focus on exceeding sales targets and developing strategic sales initiatives. Proven ability to build relationships and enhance customer loyalty within blue-collar market verticals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer AcquisitionAccount ManagementSales Strategy DevelopmentSales Target ExceedingPortfolio Management

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Hard Skills

Sales ExperienceLead DevelopmentContract NegotiationBusiness Review LeadershipGrowth Opportunity Identification

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingConsultative SellingNetworkingCreative Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Sales TechnologiesCRM Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver LicenseVehicle Insurance

Industry Keywords

Blue-Collar Market VerticalsCustomer RetentionCompetitive Bill RatesAccount Growth

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
Collaborate with PeopleReady contracts and legal teams to negotiate contract terms effectively
Ensure competitive bill rates and margins are applied to all customer contracts
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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three or more years related sales experience
Bachelor’s, 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

6 paid holidays
1 paid floating holiday
Up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Company-matching 401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Program