Job Information
Aston Carter Business Development Representative in Frankfort, Illinois
Business Development Representative
Location: Southwest Suburbs of Chicago, IL
Compensation: $70,000 base salary (commission included)
Industry: Capital Equipment / Industrial Manufacturing
About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-established manufacturer in the industrial and food processing equipment space, is seeking a Business Development Representative to support continued growth. This role is ideal for a sales-driven professional who enjoys prospecting, qualifying opportunities, and partnering closely with outside sales and internal operations teams.
Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the southwest suburbs of Chicago.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop new sales opportunities through market research and lead generation
Re-engage existing and past leads to uncover new business opportunities
Qualify prospective accounts and initiate outbound contact
Maintain and update CRM records (Salesforce preferred)
Assist with the quotation process for capital equipment and full production lines
Assemble customer proposals using standardized templates and project documentation
Coordinate sales calendars, appointments, and project timelines
Partner closely with outside sales, service, and operations teams
Represent the organization professionally in all customer interactions
Qualifications
Experience working with multiple levels of management within mid‑to‑large organizations
Prior experience using a CRM system (Salesforce strongly preferred)
Demonstrated ability to identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with strong follow‑up and attention to detail
Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Mechanical aptitude or comfort working in technical/manufacturing environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Compensation & Benefits
70k base salary
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
401(k) with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Additional Information
Must be authorized to work in the United States
This search is being conducted on a confidential basis
Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Frankfort, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $33.65/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 Frankfort,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.