Remote Business Development Jobs in Columbia, SC

Job Title: Account Development Executive - Field Sales

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new delivery program launching in the area. You will be responsible for recruiting local businesses to join the Hub delivery partner program. Working alongside a Field Manager and other local contractors, you will visit prospective businesses, pitch the program opportunity, qualify businesses, guide them through the application process, and coordinate recruitment events. The role requires travel up to a two-hour driving distance and offers commission opportunities for each partner converted.

Responsibilities

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

Essential Skills

• 1-2+ years of experience in sales and/or customer service.
• Required experience in outside/field sales.
• CRM experience required, with preference for Salesforce.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Experience in field sales is a plus.
• Experience in roles involving sales and/or negotiation with customers is a plus.
• Professionalism, enthusiasm, and a high sense of urgency.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities in the field.
• Tech-savvy with experience working with multiple systems and technologies.
• Ability to travel up to four hours round trip daily.

Work Environment

The role involves being on the road 3-5 days a week, with one position available in or near Columbia, South Carolina. The position requires travel around the territory up to 2-3 hours from Grantsville, MD. The role offers a reimbursement of $0.725 per mile and a monthly phone allowance.

This is a Contract position based out of West Columbia, SC.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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