Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager | Detroit Metro | Manufacturing & Workforce Solutions $70,000–$90,000 Base Salary + Uncapped Commission + Performance Bonuses Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact. MS Companies is seeking an ambitious, relationship-driven Business Development Manager to help expand our presence throughout Eastern Michigan and the greater Detroit market. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing organization supporting Fortune 1000 customers across automotive, manufacturing, logistics, aerospace, and industrial sectors. We’re looking for someone who thrives on building partnerships, creating opportunities, and driving measurable business growth. If you enjoy developing new client relationships, owning the sales process from prospecting through close, and working in a high-energy entrepreneurial environment — we’d love to connect. What You’ll Do Develop and execute strategic business development initiatives across the Detroit Metro and Eastern Michigan region Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and relationship development Manage the full sales cycle: Discovery Closing Build long-term partnerships with manufacturing, operations, HR, quality, and executive leadership teams Conduct onsite client meetings, facility visits, presentations, and networking activities throughout the region Maintain pipeline activity, forecasting, and account updates within Salesforce CRM Collaborate internally with recruiting, operations, and leadership teams to ensure strong customer delivery and satisfaction Identify opportunities to expand service offerings within existing client accounts Represent MS Companies at industry events, trade shows, and regional networking functions What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications 3+ years of B2B sales, business development, account management, or staffing/services sales experience Proven ability to manage a full sales cycle and close new business opportunities Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce Highly organized with strong time management and pipeline management abilities Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently in a hybrid environment Ability to pass background screening and drug screening Preferred Experience Automotive, manufacturing, logistics, industrial, aerospace, or operational services experience Staffing, workforce solutions, consulting, or service-based sales experience Existing relationships within the Michigan manufacturing or industrial market Experience engaging plant managers, operations leaders, HR teams, and executive stakeholders Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo.io, Pardot, or similar prospecting tools Demonstrated history of exceeding sales quotas or revenue targets Why Join MS Companies? At MS Companies, we combine the agility of an entrepreneurial organization with the support structure of an established national workforce solutions provider. We offer: Uncapped commission structure Quarterly performance incentives 401(k) with company match PTO + paid holidays Hybrid / remote flexibility within territory Strong internal recruiting and operational support Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization Territory & Travel Territory focus: Eastern Michigan / Detroit Metro (East of Lansing) Candidates should reside within the Detroit Metro area Regular regional travel required for client meetings and business development activities Ideal Backgrounds May Include Staffing & workforce solutions sales Manufacturing account management Logistics or operational consulting Technical or professional recruiting/business development Apply Today If you’re a motivated sales professional looking for an opportunity with strong earning potential, career growth, and the ability to make a direct impact within a growing organization, we encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr MS Companies