Junior Sales Associate - Business Development Trainee

Calling all recent college graduates! Are you looking for a career opportunity in Sales?Join Kelly and our subsidiary, Softworld, as a Sales Associate in our dynamic Business Development Program! We're on the lookout for ambitious, entry-level sales professionals ready to jumpstart their careers in the staffing industry, focusing on I.T. and Engineering sectors!!!Job Title: Junior Sales Associate - Business Development Program - Frisco, TXProgram Overview:Starting June 2025, you'll embark on a structured, fully paid training program onsite at our Frisco, TX office. Gain hands-on experience in staffing and consulting through classroom training, job-shadowing and real-world business activities. As the program enters different phases this will become a hybrid (2-3 daysweek onsite) opportunity.What You'll Do:Phase 1: Training (First 4 Weeks)Learn the Ropes: Dive into sales and staffing fundamentals, from recruiting to client management & gain a basic understanding of technical subject matter, vocabulary etc.Hands-On Experience: Participate in role plays, job-shadowing, match qualified candidates to open jobs and business simulations.Classroom style training 5 daysweek on site based in Frisco, TX.Phase 2: Recruiting (3 Months)Recruit & Match: Source, qualify, and present candidates for various roles.Develop Expertise: Build knowledge of industry trends and business sectors.Phase 3: Sales Enablement (3 Months)Support Sales Efforts: Assist in lead generation, prospecting, client research, and proposal development. Utilize industry leading tools to identify trends within current and target accounts. Provide sales support to leaders and senior team members on a project basis.Advance Your Career: Continue learning from senior team members and expand your market knowledge.Phase 4: Account Management Transition (3 Months)Build Your Book: Establish and grow client relationships, manage your own accounts. Generate Master Services Agreement (MSA) with clients.Strategize & Negotiate: Offer tailored staffing solutions and negotiate contracts.Drive Success: Achieve goals through direct sales support and relationship-building. Learn the art of pitching the right solution to the right audience at the right time. Stay up to date on trends within the industriessectors you support. Meet or exceed activity, profitability and career growth goals set by your manager.What We're Looking For:Passion for Sales: Enthusiasm for business development and a career in professional staffing services.Experience: 6 months to 36 months of relevant work or internship experience preferred with a specific interest in sales and new business development within professional services and staffing.Ability to work onsite full-time andor hybrid at a local office; no fully remote candidates will be considered.Education: Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Business, Marketing, Psychology, Human Resources or similar; relevant experience will also be considered.Skills: Strong communication, analytical abilities, and a goal-oriented attitude.What We Offer:Comprehensive Training: Paid program with in-depth industry training.Career Advancement: Clear path from learning to leading, with growth petitive Pay: Base salary plus commission and performance bonuses. $55,000 with 6-18 months professional experience.Benefits:Health, dental, and vision insurance401(k)3 weeks vacation5 sickmental health days4 PTO days and moreHow to Apply: Ready to launch your sales career with us? Apply now to this LinkedIn posting by sending your resume.

Created: 2025-02-21