Director of Business Development

Director of Business Development, Professional Services and Automation Dallas/Fort Worth/Austin, TX or Houston (Remote) Preferred experience with Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation or Robotix clients. Are you a staffing hunter looking to build something from zero and be highly rewarded for it? Strategic Sales Player/Coach role for the right candidate. Our client is a specialized staffing firm focused on engineering, controls/automation, and skilled technical talent. They are known for their deep technical expertise and ability to deliver niche talent in industries where generalist firms fall short. What you will do: Identify, pursue, and close net-new client relationships Build and manage a full-cycle sales pipeline from prospecting through first placement Target clients in engineering, automation, and manufacturing sectors Drive revenue through new logo acquisition Partner with delivery teams during post-sale handoff Represent the company at industry events and networking functions Consistently meet and exceed gross margin targets What we’re looking for: 5–10 years of staffing business development experience Proven track record of true new logo acquisition Experience in Staffing in either Engineering, Robotix, Oil and Gas, Warehouse Automation or Skill Trades verticals Strong hunter mentality with high activity levels Existing relationships in manufacturing, automation, or engineering preferred Self-directed and motivated by commission-driven earnings Required skills: New business development Pipeline generation and management Consultative sales within staffing Client relationship building Required education, training, experience: Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required) Minimum 5 years staffing industry experience required What you get: Competitive base salary + uncapped commission Strong earnings potential tied directly to performance Opportunity to build and own a book of business Work with a specialized, technically differentiated firm High-growth environment with strong market demand Base mid to high 6 figures with uncapped commission incentive #J-18808-Ljbffr