• Account Development Executive

    Aston Carter (St. Paul, MN)


    Hiring a Business Development Executive!

    Job Description

    This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to a brand-new delivery program launching in the area. The position involves recruiting local businesses to join the delivery partner program. The role requires collaboration with a Field Manager and other local contractors to engage with prospective businesses, present the program opportunity, qualify prospects, guide them through the application process, and organize recruitment events. The position involves travel within a two-hour driving distance and offers the potential to earn commission.

    Responsibilities

    + Visit prospective businesses door to door in targeted towns, traveling up to 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, managing activities and 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 the Field Manager to engage with local influencers, including chambers of commerce and economic development associations.

    + Import Excel spreadsheets into Salesforce on a weekly basis to maintain records.

    Qualifications

    + 1-2 years of experience in sales and/or customer service.

    + Outside/Field Sales experience required.

    + CRM experience required, with a preference for Salesforce.

    + Bilingual in Spanish or Somali preferred.

    Qualifications

    + Exceptional customer service and communication skills.

    + Experience in a role involving sales and/or negotiation with customers is a plus.

    + Professionalism, enthusiasm to work with others, and a high sense of urgency.

    + Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities for field applicants.

    + Technologically savvy with experience in multiple systems.

    + Ability to travel up to four hours round-trip daily.

    Work Environment

    The role is field-based, requiring 4-5 days per week spent in the field recruiting small businesses to join the Delivery program. The remaining work is completed remotely. The position includes a monthly phone bill expense allowance and offers a commission structure based on partner application milestones.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.50/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Saint Paul,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

    About Aston Carter:

    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® double diamond 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.