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$60K - 75K a year
Drive new client acquisition, expand customer relationships, execute sales strategies, and collaborate with recruiting teams.
2-3 years staffing sales experience, bachelor's degree or equivalent, strong communication, local travel capability.
Business Development Manager (Peoplelink) Peoplelink Staffing, a national leader in workforce solutions, is seeking a Business Development Manager to support and grow our Downers Grove, IL market! This is an exciting opportunity for a driven sales professional who thrives in building new relationships, engaging within the community, and helping local employers connect with top talent. Peoplelink offers competitive pay, strong benefits, unlimited Responsible Time Off, and a collaborative, fun company culture. Business Development Manager Job Summary Pay: $60,000 – $75,000 per year (Base) Bonus: Commission based on Gross Profit Location: Rockford, IL (local travel required) Drive new client acquisition and expand existing customer relationships Execute sales strategies aligned with branch and regional goals Perform in-person and phone cold calls to grow client base Utilize Peoplelink’s sales methodology (CSP, PPP, Discovery Agreements) Present workforce solutions tailored to customer needs Negotiate pricing to maintain minimum Gross Profit expectations Collaborate with recruiting and service teams for successful delivery Participate in networking, outreach, and community engagement Track all sales activities in CRM system Other duties as assigned Business Development Manager Qualifications 2–3 years of verifiable staffing industry sales experience required Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Prior B2B sales experience, preferably in staffing or HR solutions Strong communication skills and business acumen Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities at once Must have reliable transportation and a valid Driver’s License Ability to perform local travel 60–75% of the time Why Peoplelink? Responsible Time Off (Unlimited PTO) Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Disability insurance 401K Program Career development, recognition programs & cultural networks Community involvement opportunities Collaborative, people-first culture Peoplelink, a leader in the staffing industry for over 33 years, continues our vision of “linking” communities through employment. We remain committed to the safety, health, and well-being of our associates, clients, and communities. Peoplelink is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels of the organization. #ZINGSE #LI-KB2
This job posting was last updated on 12/3/2025