Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location: Ohio (Remote / Hybrid within State – Regional Travel Required)

Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000 Base Uncapped Commission Performance Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire | W-2

Job Summary:

MS Companies is seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to help expand our presence across the Ohio market. This role is remote / hybrid within Ohio and requires regular travel throughout the state to meet with prospective and existing clients, attend industry events, and develop regional partnerships. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, MS Companies is a leading provider of workforce and quality solutions supporting Fortune 1000 clients across automotive, manufacturing, logistics, aerospace, and IT industries. In this role, you will be responsible for driving new business growth, developing strategic client relationships, and managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through closing. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building long-term partnerships with manufacturing and industrial clients. This is a hybrid role with time spent in the corporate office and in the field meeting with prospective and existing clients throughout the region.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of B2B sales or business development experience
• Proven experience managing the full sales cycle, including prospecting, proposal development, and closing
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities while maintaining a strong sales pipeline
• Proficiency with CRM systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience selling into automotive, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial markets
• Prior experience selling workforce solutions, staffing services, or consulting solutions
• Familiarity with sales outreach tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator or Pardot
• Experience engaging decision makers such as plant managers, operations leaders, quality leaders, and HR executives
• Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding sales quotas
• Strong networking ability within regional manufacturing communities
• Experience representing an organization at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional sales strategy aligned with company revenue goals
• Identify, prospect, and cultivate relationships with new and existing clients
• Manage the full sales cycle, including opportunity identification, proposal development, negotiation, and closing
• Maintain a strong pipeline and accurate sales forecasting within Salesforce CRM
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and on-site facility visits
• Collaborate with recruiting, operations, and finance teams to ensure successful client delivery
• Represent MS Companies at industry events, networking functions, and trade shows
• Track sales activity, manage accounts, and provide updates on opportunities and pipeline performance

Physical and Environment Requirements

Physical expectations and working conditions associated with this role may include:

• Sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods
• Frequent travel within the regional territory for client visits and meetings
• Occasional visits to manufacturing or industrial environments, which may require standard safety equipment such as safety glasses or steel-toe footwear

Company Benefits & Culture

MS Companies offers a competitive compensation package and a collaborative environment designed to support professional growth and success.

Benefits include:

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commissions and performance bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (Anthem BCBS)
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility with a balance of office and field engagement
• Opportunity to work directly with industry leaders across automotive, manufacturing, and industrial sectors

If you are passionate about building client relationships, driving new business opportunities, and helping companies solve workforce challenges, we encourage you to apply and learn more about joining the MS Companies team.

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