About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role summary

Confidential Client is hiring an Associate Director of Business Development to support Regional Sales Directors in generating leads, developing prospects, and helping close new business across multiple verticals. This is a full-time, sales-focused role based in San Antonio, TX with telecommute flexibility. Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000 base + commission. This is an entry-level sales support position with strong growth potential toward a Regional Sales Director role.

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What You’ll Do

• Support Regional Sales Directors and Sales RVP with lead generation and prospect development
• Execute a strategic prospecting plan across verticals and lines of service
• Tailor outreach to multiple buying influences and follow a consistent cadence
• Use CRM to log activity, manage pipeline, and document milestones and insights
• Research target accounts to understand business needs, current services, and pain points
• Collaborate with operations and cross-sector leaders to create vertical growth approaches
• Assist with complex proposals, bids, and contract support as needed
• Help coordinate initial meetings and transitions from prospect to account team
• Stay engaged through the sales cycle to improve close potential and support handoffs

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Preferred Qualifications

• High energy, positive attitude, and excellent verbal/written communication
• Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders at multiple levels
• Comfortable shifting priorities; strong time management and multi-tasking ability
• Resourceful, proactive, and eager to learn continuously
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Proficient with CRM tools and online research platforms
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business-related experience preferred
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Dedication to a proven sales process and a desire to win

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000 base per year + commission (pay structure includes base salary + incentive pay)
• Benefits may include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life/disability insurance, paid vacation, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, flexible spending accounts, voluntary benefits, and associate discounts. Paid and unpaid time off eligibility is subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Company-provided vehicle and expense account may be included for certain roles.
• Opportunities for career development, internal mobility, and formal learning programs.

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Location & Work Model

• Primary job location: San Antonio, TX (role supports Regional Sales Directors in this market)
• Telecommute-eligible; applicants must be located in the US
• Up to 25% travel may be required

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Legal & Hiring Notes

Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of the role with or without reasonable accommodation. Certain positions may require background screening where permitted by law. This posting is a summary of the role and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or requirements.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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