Entry Level Sales - Grand Rapids, MI (Grand Rapids)
This entry-level sales position at Confidential Client offers a structured career path starting as a Recruiter and advancing to an Account Executive role with leadership opportunities. The role involves building client relationships, managing the full sales cycle, mentoring team members, and contributing to company growth in a collaborative, in-office environment. Comprehensive training, mentorship, and an uncapped commission structure support rapid professional development and earning potential.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring motivated, entry-level sales professionals in Cascade, MI. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity that begins as a Recruiter role with a clear path to become an Account Executive and fast-track into leadership. Training, mentorship, and commission-based pay support rapid career growth.
What You’ll Do
- Start as a Recruiter: source and screen candidates, manage interviews, and place talent for client needs.
- Learn sales fundamentals: cold calling, lead generation, and client meeting preparation.
- Transition to Account Executive: build a book of business, manage the full sales cycle, negotiate rates and contracts, and lead client relationships.
- Mentor others: coach recruiters, share best practices, and support team development.
- Maintain accurate records in CRM/ATS and collaborate cross-functionally to meet client goals.
- Take on additional responsibilities that support team and company growth.
Compensation & Benefits
- $60,000 base salary plus uncapped weekly commissions (performance-based).
- Company-provided medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k), vacation pay, expense account, incentive trips, and profit sharing.
- Market estimate (for reference): approximately $96,723 per year total compensation depending on performance.
Career Path & Training
- Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing mentorship from experienced leaders.
- Expected transition to Account Executive within approximately 9–12 months for high performers.
- Promotion opportunities into leadership roles as the business grows — Confidential Client prefers to promote from within.
Position Overview — Recruiter
- Create and implement sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates.
- Conduct outreach and cold calls to generate candidate pipelines.
- Educate candidates on job opportunities and negotiate offers that align with client needs.
- Document candidate and client interactions in CRM/ATS systems.
- Collaborate with team members to improve processes and outcomes.
Position Overview — Account Executive (Est. promotion: 9–12 months)
- Own a book of business and manage the full sales lifecycle: prospecting, pitching, on-site client meetings, rate/contract negotiation, and retention.
- Lead, mentor, and develop recruiters to help them grow into sales and leadership positions.
- Drive revenue through consultative selling of staffing solutions.
- Maintain detailed CRM/ATS records and ensure client satisfaction.
Who We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- 0–3 years of work experience — sales, customer service, retail, or other client-facing roles preferred.
- Strong desire to learn, coachability, resilience, and a strong work ethic.
- Excellent verbal communication, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
- Comfortable working in an in-office, team-oriented environment in Cascade, MI.
Location & Work Type
- Work location: Cascade, MI (in-person). This role requires being present at the client’s office location.
- Confidential Client will consider reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Why Join Confidential Client
- Rapid career progression with a clear, performance-based promotion path.
- Hands-on training and mentoring from experienced sales leaders.
- Uncapped earning potential — strong performers control their compensation.
- Supportive, collaborative, and competitive culture that rewards results.
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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