Account Development Executive
Location: Lincoln, NE Area (Territory extends up to 2+ hours south of Lincoln)
Schedule: Full-Time | Field-Based with Remote Flexibility
Travel: 4 to 5 days per week within assigned territory
Help Local Businesses Grow and Thrive
We're looking for a motivated and energetic Account Development Executive to help launch and grow an exciting partnership program designed to support small businesses in rural communities. In this role, you'll build relationships with local business owners, introduce them to new growth opportunities, and guide them through the partnership application process.
If you enjoy meeting new people, working independently in the field, and making a meaningful impact in local communities, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As an Account Development Executive, you will:
Travel throughout your assigned territory up to 4 days per week, with remote work when not in the field.
Visit prospective business owners and organizations in targeted communities.
Present partnership opportunities and generate interest in the program.
Qualify prospective partners and assist them through the application and vetting process.
Track outreach activity, leads, and pipeline progress in Salesforce.
Maintain accurate lead records and manage lead flow for the sales team.
Import and update data from Excel spreadsheets into Salesforce.
Create and maintain sales and lead performance reports.
Analyze lead metrics, including conversion rates and lead costs.
Support community recruitment events, including lunch-and-learns, town halls, and networking sessions.
Build relationships with local organizations such as Chambers of Commerce and economic development groups.
Collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes and drive program success.
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications
2+ years of experience in sales, customer service, business development, or a related field.
Experience with outside sales, field sales, or community-based outreach.
CRM experience required; Salesforce experience strongly preferred.
Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Comfort working independently and managing a territory.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience conducting online research and lead generation activities.
A professional, enthusiastic, and results-driven approach.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience negotiating or selling products, services, or programs to customers.
Experience managing leads, sales reporting, and pipeline activity.
Familiarity with data analysis and performance metrics.
What You'll Need
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
Ability to spend up to 8 hours per day in the field.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory without overnight or weekend travel.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Salina, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.50 - $26.50/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 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® Platinum Award 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
