Senior Sales Representative – Manufacturing & Engineering Staffing

Location: Cleveland, Ohio Territory

Compensation: Base Salary ~$90,000 + 10% Commission (Temp & Perm)

About the Company

Our client is a highly respected staffing and recruitment firm specializing in engineering and manufacturing talent across the United States. With an experienced team of recruiters and a strong network of skilled professionals, the company partners with manufacturing and engineering organizations to help them build high-performing technical and operational teams.

The organization prides itself on delivering a high-quality recruitment experience for both clients and candidates, working closely with each partner to ensure successful long-term placements. Their collaborative culture promotes transparency, teamwork, and flexibility, creating an environment where professionals can perform at their best and grow their careers.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Sales Representative with a strong background in manufacturing and light industrial staffing to develop and expand business within the Cleveland, Ohio territory.

This role is ideal for a proven business development professional who understands the local manufacturing market and has experience selling temporary staffing and direct hire recruiting services. The successful candidate will be responsible for building new client relationships, growing existing accounts, and driving revenue within the territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and generate new business within the manufacturing and light industrial sectors in the Cleveland market
• Build strong relationships with HR leaders, plant managers, and operations executives
• Sell temporary staffing and direct hire recruiting services to new and existing clients
• Conduct client meetings, site visits, and workforce consultations
• Collaborate closely with internal recruiting teams to ensure successful placements
• Manage the full sales cycle including prospecting, presentations, negotiations, and closing
• Maintain knowledge of the local Cleveland manufacturing and industrial landscape
• Achieve and exceed revenue and performance targets

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience in the staffing industry
• Strong background selling into manufacturing and light industrial sectors
• Proven track record of business development and revenue growth
• Knowledge of the Cleveland, Ohio, manufacturing and engineering market
• Experience selling temporary staffing and permanent placement services
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage a territory independently

Compensation

• Base Salary: Approximately $90,000
• Commission: 10% on both temporary and permanent placements
• Strong earning potential for high performers