Job Title: Client Partnerships Manager
Job Type: Direct Hire
Status: Full-Time | Salary
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | Flexibility required for client meetings, networking events, and business needs
Location: Rogers, MN | Hybrid with daily Twin Cities Metro travel and approximately 25% regional travel
Pay Rate: $55,000-$60,000 base salary + commission
About The Vision Companies
For more than 40 years, The Vision Companies has connected exceptional talent with outstanding employers across Minnesota. We are more than a staffing company – we are a trusted workforce partner committed to building meaningful relationships with our employees, clients, and communities. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Resilience, we believe in developing our people, promoting from within whenever possible, and creating long-term career opportunities where individuals can grow and succeed.
Job Summary
The Vision Companies is seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Client Partnerships Manager to help grow our business and strengthen partnerships throughout the Twin Cities and surrounding markets. In this role, you'll connect with business leaders to understand their workforce challenges and provide customized staffing and workforce solutions that help their organizations succeed.
This is more than a sales position – it's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor and strategic partner to clients while helping candidates find meaningful employment opportunities. The ideal candidate is energized by building relationships, developing new business, and creating measurable value for clients and our team.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, cold outreach, and community involvement.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients.
• Meet with business owners, executives, HR professionals, hiring managers, and operations leaders to identify workforce needs.
• Present customized staffing solutions including temporary, temp-to-hire, direct hire, onsite workforce, and strategic talent services.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and proposal development through implementation and ongoing account management.
• Negotiate pricing and service agreements while maintaining profitable client partnerships.
• Conduct regular client visits, facility tours, workforce reviews, and strategic planning meetings.
• Partner closely with recruiters and account managers to ensure exceptional client service and successful placements.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, account activity, sales forecasts, and pipeline updates.
• Monitor client satisfaction and proactively identify opportunities to expand partnerships.
• Represent The Vision Companies at networking events, chamber meetings, trade associations, and community events.
• Stay informed on local employment trends and market conditions to better serve clients and candidates.
• Demonstrate The Vision Companies core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Resilience in every interaction.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of successful B2B sales or business development experience.
• Staffing, recruiting, HR services, or workforce solutions sales experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to build lasting client relationships and consistently achieve sales goals.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated with a consultative, solution-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to attend occasional evening or weekend networking events and conferences.
Working Conditions
• Hybrid position combining office, remote, and field-based work.
• Frequent travel throughout the Twin Cities Metro and surrounding areas.
• Regular driving between client locations, networking events, and Vision offices, with approximately 25% regional travel.
• Ability to safely tour manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by telephone.
Benefits & Perks
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Term life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Base salary plus uncapped commission
• Performance-based bonuses and pay increases
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, energetic, and supportive team environment
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