SourceDay is the leading cloud-based software solution that automates the purchase order management process. By seamlessly integrating with ERP systems, SourceDay extends purchasing capabilities by centralizing and managing the PO lifecycle for buyers and suppliers, eliminating manual processes while improving supplier performance. We’re currently expanding our lead generation team by adding Business Development Reps to drive the growth of our sales pipeline. This position will closely align with the designated sales team to target new accounts, respond to inbound leads and identify qualified opportunities.

The Business Development Representative is tasked with identifying and generating sales opportunities through both inbound and outbound sales activities. The right candidate will be one who works well under pressure, thinks out-of-the-box, easily initiates relaxed but informative two-way phone conversations with prospects, and is highly self-motivated. The right candidate will also understand how to assess a company’s needs and cater the outreach to each prospect specifically.

Responsibilities:

• Follow-up on inbound marketing leads and identify qualified opportunities providing appropriate levels of information at the right time for interested prospects
• Create target prospects lists and penetrate key accounts
• Profile strategic accounts identifying key individuals, researching and obtaining business requirements and presenting solutions to start the sales cycle
• Set appointments for sales team when a lead reaches a qualified stage
• Nurture new Marketing leads by educating and developing prospects until they are ready to speak with a field sales rep
• Drive attendance for webinars and live seminars, set meetings for conferences
• Collaborate with sales and marketing team members on strategic sales approach
• Ensure successful follow through of sales cycle by maintaining accurate activity and lead qualification information in CRM application

Qualifications:

• This position requires an ambitious self-starter and someone that can effectively process inbound inquiries and identify qualified leads and opportunities. Relationship selling skills, with the ability to manage sales calls at varying levels of customer accounts, are essential.
• 2-3 years of successful experience in sales, business development, or telemarketing, preferably in technology
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, coupled with excellent listening skills and a positive and energetic phone presence
• Demonstrated success in prospecting into Fortune 500 companies
• Proven capabilities and skills in account development, opportunity qualification, pre-call planning, call structure/control, and time and territory management
• Extremely self-motivated with a diligent work ethic
• High level of integrity and strong commitment to building a successful company
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Adept computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience with SalesForce CRM preferred
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required

SourceDay removes waste and mistakes from global supply chains by freeing teams from unorganized email messages and cumbersome spreadsheets. More than 100 manufacturers use SourceDay to manage the billions of dollars that they spend on the materials they need to make their products. Managing spend through SourceDay’s centralized platform eliminates human error and inefficiency while dramatically improving a company’s ability to maximize margin and meet customer commitments on time.

SourceDay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, or disability.

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