Account Development Executive, Outside Sales

Account Development Executive

Location: Detroit, MI Schedule: Monday - Friday (Field based role with some remote work) Base Pay + Uncapped Commission Bilingual Preferred (Spanish)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new delivery program in the area. The role involves recruiting local businesses to participate in the delivery partner program. You will collaborate with a Field Manager and other local contractors to engage prospective businesses, present the program, qualify them, guide them through the application process, and organize recruitment events.

Responsibilities:

• Visit prospective businesses door-to-door in targeted towns 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.
• Lead activities and manage 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 local influencers like chambers of commerce and economic development associations.
• Import Excel spreadsheets into Salesforce on a weekly basis.

Essential Skills:

• 2+ years in sales and/or customer service experience.
• Experience in outside/field sales is highly preferred.
• CRM experience is required, especially with Salesforce.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 1-2 years in sales and/or customer service experience.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Field sales experience is a plus.
• Prior experience in roles involving sales and negotiation with customers is beneficial.
• Professionalism, enthusiasm, and a high sense of urgency.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities in the field.
• Tech-savvy with experience in multiple systems and technologies.
• Ability to travel up to 4 hours round trip daily.

Work Environment:

The role involves being on the road 4-5 days a week, with the remaining time spent working from home. Mileage reimbursement is provided at $0.70 per mile, and there is a $50 monthly phone expense allowance. The position also offers the potential for an extension of up to 2 years.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $28.50 - $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 Detroit, MI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 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.