Account Development Executive

Aston Carter•Happy Valley, OR

11d•$29 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

This exciting opportunity involves working with a new delivery program launching in the Portland area. The role focuses on recruiting local businesses to join the Hub delivery partner program. You will collaborate with a Field Manager and other contractors to engage prospective businesses, present the program, qualify them, guide them through the application process, drive referrals through community organizations, and manage recruitment events. This position includes travel up to a two-hour driving distance and offers commission opportunities.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in sales and/or customer service.
Outside/Field Sales experience is required.
CRM Experience is required, with Salesforce preferred.
Experience in prospecting, outbound calls, and sales management.
Ability to travel up to 4 hours round trip distance daily.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills are a plus.
Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Prior experience in a role that involved sales and/or negotiation with customers is a plus.
Professionalism and enthusiasm to work with others.
High sense of urgency and attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems for applicants in the field.
Tech-savvy with experience working with multiple systems and technology.

Responsibilities

Visit prospective businesses door-to-door in targeted towns within a two-hour driving distance.
Present and pitch the new program opportunity to prospective businesses to generate interest.
Qualify prospective businesses and guide them through the application process while managing the pipeline in Salesforce.
Support the Field Manager in planning and hosting recruitment events in the community, such as lunch and learns and townhall meetings.
Collaborate with local influencers such as chambers of commerce and economic development associations.
Import Excel spreadsheets into Salesforce on a weekly basis.