Frequently Asked Questions

The time will depend on the requirements of the role. Most searches are completed in about 18 days, but we have filled positions in as little as one week. Our process is designed to move quickly, providing qualified finalists early.

Precision offers an industry-leading 12-month guarantee on all placements.

We maintain a 94 percent 12-month retention rate because of our detailed screening, transparent communication, and structured post-hire support.

A retained search is a recruiting approach where a company invests up front for a focused and strategic effort. This model provides dedicated resources, thorough market research, and a tailored process to identify top performers who are already successfully in their current roles. Retained searches are most often used for senior-level, specialized, or high-impact sales positions where the cost of making the wrong hire is especially high.

A contingent search is a recruiting approach where fees are only paid if a candidate we present is hired. It works well for mid-level or more common sales roles where the talent pool is broader and speed is important. Since there is no upfront cost, contingent search is often chosen when companies want to move quickly or when the hiring risk is lower.

The main difference is the level of commitment and depth of the process. Retained search involves an upfront investment, which allows us to dig deeper and design a customized strategy for the most critical hires. Contingent search does not require payment unless a hire is made, making it faster and more transactional.

To summarize the key distinctions:

• Retained: Requires upfront investment, provides dedicated resources, is ideal for critical/leadership roles.
• Contingent: No upfront payment, faster and more transactional, ideal for mid-level or high-volume roles.

Yes. We partner with clients through both retained and contingent agreements, depending on the role and hiring needs. Our retained model provides a highly focused, research-driven search designed to identify and secure the best available candidates. Our contingent model offers a faster, pay-on-success approach when speed is the priority. In both cases, our mission is the same: to help you build a sales team of top performers who will drive measurable results.

We use the Sales Preference Questionnaire (SPQ*GOLD/FSA) developed by Behavioral Sciences Research Press.

This research-based behavioral diagnostic measures internal barriers that prevent sales professionals from consistently initiating contact and making calls. The assessment identifies up to 16 types of call reluctance, including avoidance, hesitation, and imposter tendencies that can undermine performance.

Unlike general personality tests, this assessment is specifically designed to evaluate prospecting behavior. It provides clear insight into whether a candidate is likely to engage proactively, delay outreach, or avoid it altogether. With more than one million administrations, it is a validated and reliable tool that helps ensure candidates can perform in the critical area of new business development.

We are based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with our home office located in Fort Worth, Texas. We have deep roots in the great State of Texas, but we do offer sales recruiting services nationwide.

We recruit sales professionals for Manufacturing, Technology (Software & SaaS), and New Home Sales.

Yes, we are software, manufacturing, and new home sales headhunters.

We recruit Account Executives, Sales Development Representatives, Territory Managers, Channel and Partner Sales professionals, New Home Sales Consultants, Community Sales Managers, Sales Managers, and Sales Directors.

We proactively headhunt top-performing sales professionals using our extensive network. We focus on sales professionals who are already successful in their current roles. Each candidate completes a sales-specific assessment to measure actual selling behavior.

Yes. Every placement receives onboarding and training to accelerate ramp-up and improve performance.

We offer several fee structures to fit our clients' needs. For most clients needing one role, fees are based on a percentage of first-year compensation. Clients hiring multiple roles may qualify for volume pricing or a monthly subscription model.

We use structured interviews, performance-based questions, and real-world sales scenarios to verify skill and mindset. Only proven, coachable professionals move forward.

Schedule a consultation to define your ideal hire, success criteria, and preferred search model. Once aligned, we launch your customized recruiting strategy.