Business Development Specialist

Are you competitive, driven, and ready to build a real career in sales — not just land another job? Marquee Staffing is a growing, high-performing staffing and workforce solutions company with a strong presence across Southern California. We’re hiring a Business Development Specialist for our San Diego team and looking for someone who is hungry to learn, built to compete, and excited to develop a book of business that’s truly their own. Whether you’re a sharp, competitive early-career professional ready to prove yourself, or an experienced seller looking for a platform that rewards your hustle — this is your role. What You’ll Do Drive New Business Prospect and win new clients through cold outreach, networking, referrals, and using tools like LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, and Indeed Build and execute your sales strategy to consistently hit and exceed revenue targets Deliver compelling presentations and proposals that communicate the value of our staffing solutions Negotiate pricing and agreements with confidence, aligning company standards and client needs Grow and Retain Client Relationships Build long-term partnerships through consultative, relationship-driven selling Manage and expand assigned accounts with high-touch service and proactive communication Collaborate with recruiting and operations teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes Conduct site visits, service reviews, and safety evaluations as part of full-service account support Who Thrives Here What matters most is your drive, your character, and your ability to build trust with people. You might be: A recent grad or early-career professional — ready and eager to channel that edge into a high-earning sales career A sales professional with 2–5 years of experience looking for a company that will invest in your growth and reward your performance Someone from hospitality or another client-facing field with a natural talent for building relationships, ready to make the move to B2B sales In any case, you’re someone who: Is motivated by results, recognition, and the opportunity to earn what you’re worth Loves meeting new people and building genuine relationships Takes ownership, holds yourself accountable, and doesn’t make excuses Is coachable, curious, and committed to getting better every day Wants a long-term career path — not just a paycheck Qualifications Sales, business development, or client-facing experience preferred Demonstrated ability to hit goals, KPIs, or performance benchmarks Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Self-starter mindset; able to work independently and as part of a team Professional presence and polished client-facing demeanor Compensation & Growth This is a role where your effort directly drives your income: Salary: $60,000–$80,000 (this range reflects base pay only) Year 1 Total Compensation: Approximately $75,000–$95,000 (base + estimated commissions of ~$15,000) Year 2 Total Compensation: $100,000+ as your book of business grows Commissions are fully uncapped — actual earnings will vary based on individual performance Mileage reimbursement and business expense allowance Structured onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing training Clear path into senior sales, sales leadership, and revenue roles The Environment Based out of our San Diego office with regular time in the field across the San Diego County territory Fast-paced, performance-driven culture where wins are celebrated and growth is expected Supportive leadership team invested in your long-term success Ready to build something? Apply today and tell us what makes you competitive. We’d love to hear your story. Equal Opportunity Employer Marquee Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire for drive, character, and potential — and we believe those qualities show up in people from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr