Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Sales Recruiting Partner Since 1977
Porter Group has been a trusted leader in sales recruitment since 1977, dedicated to creating thriving career relationships between sales professionals and dynamic organizations. Our team of seasoned recruiters, with an average of 8+ years of tenure, leverages decades of industry experience and proprietary AI technology to deliver top-performing candidates tailored to clients' strategic goals. We specialize in business-to-business sales recruitment across diverse sectors including technology, industrial manufacturing, healthcare, and more.Our unique approach combines face-to-face candidate interviews, an 80%+ referral rate, and personalized service to ensure optimal matches for both employers and career seekers. As a family-run firm with a proven track record of placing over 21,000 sales professionals, we combine traditional values with cutting-edge methodologies to drive success in competitive markets. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our PSR certification program, which ensures recruiters maintain the highest standards of expertise in sales talent acquisition.
Services
B2B Sales Recruiting
Construction Sales
Industrial Manufacturing
Software Sales
Technology Recruitment
Sales Leadership
Healthcare Sales
Energy Sector
Sales Development
Executive Search
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of specialized expertise in sales recruitment.
- Our recruiters maintain an 8+ year average tenure with the company.
- We utilize proprietary AI technology and Talent Frontier System.
- We conduct face-to-face interviews with all candidate recommendations.
- We maintain an 80%+ referral rate for quality candidate sourcing.
What people say
Top quality sales professionals
Fantastic customer service
Streamlined interview process
Exceptional candidates
Professional and effective
Services
B2B Sales Recruiting
Specializing in business-to-business sales recruitment, we connect companies with professionals who excel in complex sales environments. Our candidates possess deep industry knowledge and proven track records in consultative selling. We focus on matching sales professionals with organizations requiring expertise in selling products, services, and solutions to other businesses.
Technology Recruitment
Our technology sales recruitment targets candidates with expertise in software, hardware, and IT services sectors. We identify professionals skilled in SaaS, enterprise software, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Our network includes sales leaders with experience in both startup environments and Fortune 500 technology companies.
Industrial Manufacturing
We specialize in placing sales professionals within the industrial and manufacturing sectors, including construction equipment, HVAC, and building materials. Our candidates understand technical sales processes and have experience selling to distributors, OEMs, and end-users in competitive markets.
Sales Leadership
Our executive search focuses on VP of Sales, Director of Sales, and other leadership positions. We identify candidates with proven team-building capabilities and strategic vision. Our leadership placements consistently deliver measurable revenue growth and market expansion for client organizations.
Healthcare Sales
We recruit sales professionals for healthcare and medical device companies, connecting employers with candidates who understand regulatory requirements and clinical environments. Our network includes experienced professionals in pharmaceutical sales, medical equipment, and healthcare IT solutions.
People
James Porter
President
With over 20 years of dedicated service, James Porter leads Porter Group as President, leveraging extensive industry experience to drive strategic growth and maintain the firm's reputation as a top sales recruiting agency.
Lynn Dobson
VP of Operations
Lynn Dobson brings 20+ years of operational expertise to her role as VP of Operations, ensuring the company's processes maintain the highest standards of efficiency and candidate quality across all recruitment services.
Carol Bielski
VP of Sales
As VP of Sales with over two decades of experience, Carol Bielski oversees sales operations and client relationships, applying deep industry knowledge to help companies build high-performing sales teams that drive business growth.
Kelly Juliff
Regional VP of Sales
Kelly Juliff serves as Regional VP of Sales with 18+ years of experience, specializing in connecting top sales talent with organizations across multiple industries while maintaining the firm's commitment to personalized service.
Jennifer Krinsky
Senior Account Director
Jennifer Krinsky, a Senior Account Director with 20+ years of service, focuses on understanding client needs to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that align with organizational goals and culture.
Questions
What industries does The Porter Group specialize in?
We specialize in business-to-business sales recruitment across technology, industrial manufacturing, healthcare, energy, construction, and professional services sectors.
How does your recruitment process work for employers?
Our process begins with understanding your specific needs, followed by targeted candidate sourcing using our extensive network and proprietary technology to identify and screen qualified professionals.
Do you offer services for entry-level sales positions?
Yes, we handle placements from entry-level sales development roles through executive leadership positions across various industries.
What makes your agency different from other recruiters?
Our combination of industry specialization, face-to-face candidate evaluation, proprietary AI technology, and 40+ years of focused sales recruitment expertise sets us apart from generalist agencies.
How quickly can you fill a sales position?
With our extensive network and proactive sourcing methods, we typically present qualified candidates within 2-4 weeks, depending on position complexity.
Is there a fee for job seekers using your services?
No, our recruitment services are completely free for candidates - we are paid by the hiring companies for successful placements.
Reviews (5)
Paul M.
Sep 24, 2019
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Horrible follow up. I was working with Shaina Dailey. She sent me to one job. She never heard back from the company. I applied for jobs that i thought I was a fit for and she ghosted me. Not even a response. I would never work with her. I would never recommend this fly by night recruiting agency. They are completely unprofessional. I wish I could give them 0 stars.
Adrienne Z.
Jan 09, 2015
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Kim in the Princeton location is all fluff. She spends time talking about herself and how great she is the does absolutely nothing. All she did was talk about how she would have positions and get right on it and call me. Well, I have 12 years sales experience and never one call, really? Typical staffing agency all fluff and no results. Look on your own for a job. Its a waste of gas to this place.
Mindy Eskinv
Feb 06, 2014
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I just wanted to take a minute to commend you and let you know what a positive experience I've had working with the Porter Group. I was referred to Kelly by another person who also had good things to say about her. I've worked with recruiters in the past and was not impressed by their efforts or results. My expectations were so low that I almost didn't bother calling. Since I had nothing to lose, I called and was immediately impressed. Everyone was friendly and helpful, but also extremely focused and results oriented. Within a week of our initial interview I had 3 quality interviews lined up.
Hollie Holla
Jan 21, 2014
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Thanks for meeting with me about my career search. I look forward to working with you to bring us both some good fortune
Dolores Meyer
Nov 05, 2013
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I must say that it has been a true pleasure working with Nikole Such. She was exceedingly helpful and proficient in this search. When we have another opening I will not hesitate to work with your team again.
