Sales - Entry Level
The Sales Development Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for identifying new business opportunities through cold calling and prospecting, securing meetings with prospective clients, and providing tailored staffing solutions. This entry-level, full-time role requires strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a proactive attitude, with a focus on building client relationships and contributing to business growth through in-person engagement.
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, Technical Staffing (Recruitment).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Sales Development Representative (SDR) based in Mundelein, IL. This full-time, on-site role reports to the Branch Manager / Sales Manager and focuses on generating new business through prospecting, cold outreach, and qualifying leads for the recruiting/technical-staffing practice. The role offers a base salary with uncapped commission and structured training for career progression.
What You’ll Do
- Identify new business opportunities through research and cold calling
- Navigate initial prospecting phone calls and qualify leads
- Listen to client needs and recommend appropriate staffing solutions
- Secure meetings and demos with prospective clients
- Travel to client and prospect sites as needed to build relationships
- Handle objections, build rapport, and maintain professional follow-up
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Customer service or sales experience preferred
- Competitive drive and a hunter mentality
- Proactive, coachable, and open to feedback
- Resilience and problem-solving skills
- Strong personal accountability and professional integrity
- High attention to detail and clear communication skills
Compensation & Career Progression
- Estimated market salary: $63,551 per year (estimated)
- Projected earnings (representative progression):
- Year 1: $45,000 – $65,000
- Year 2: $60,000 – $90,000
- Year 3: $75,000 – $125,000
- Base salary + uncapped commission; performance-based incentives and clear advancement paths into full sales/branch roles
Benefits
- Base salary plus uncapped earning potential
- Performance-based incentives and commission structure
- Ongoing training and continuous education opportunities
- Medical, dental, and 401(k) (plan details provided by employer)
- PTO and paid holidays
- Summer half-day Fridays every other week
Schedule & Location
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Work location: On-site in Mundelein, IL — in person, 5 days per week
- Travel: Local travel to client/prospect sites required
Keywords & Fit
Primary keywords candidates use to find this job: Sales Development Representative; entry-level sales; business development; cold calling; staffing sales; Mundelein, IL.
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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