Account Development Executive

Aston Carter - Saint Cloud, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Saint Cloud, MN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Account Development Executive role at Aston Carter involves recruiting local businesses to join a new delivery partner program. This position requires proactive outreach to prospective businesses, guiding them through the application process, and collaborating with community organizations to drive referrals. The role includes travel within a two-hour driving distance and offers commission opportunities based on successful conversions.

Responsibilities

• Visit prospective businesses door to door in targeted towns (up to 2 hour driving distance)
• Present and pitch the new program opportunity to prospective businesses and generate interest to apply
• Qualify the prospective businesses and guide them through application and lead activity and manage pipeline in Salesforce
• Support Field Manager to plan and host recruitment events in the community (e.g., lunch and learns, town hall meetings)
• Collaborate with the Field Manager to work with local influencers such as chambers of commerce and economic development associations
• Import excel spreadsheets into Salesforce on a weekly basis

Requirements

• 1-2 years in an outbound sales role (door to door)
• Proficiency in Salesforce
• Ability to import data into Excel and Salesforce
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with local businesses