Business Development Representative
SourceDay is the leading cloud-based software solution that automates the purchase order management process for manufacturing and distribution companies to manage their direct spend.
We’re currently expanding our lead generation team by adding professionals to drive the growth of our sales pipeline. This position will closely align with the outside sales team to target new accounts, respond to inbound leads and identify qualified opportunities. The right candidate has had successful experience in business development, or telemarketing, preferably in technology.
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 outside 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:
1-3 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
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required *Local candidates only
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