Business Development Representative

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Business Development Representative at SmartSimple, Foundant & GivingData driving sales growth through pipeline engagement and client qualification. Focused on technology solutions empowering mission-driven organizations.

Responsibilities:

  • The Business Development Representative (BDR) plays a pivotal role in driving pipeline growth by engaging with prospects to uncover their needs and organizational objectives.
  • This involves effectively presenting Foundant’s overall value proposition, and instilling confidence in our offerings.
  • Through strategic outreach, the BDR identifies and qualifies potential clients, guiding them through the initial sales process with professionalism and precision.
  • This includes managing both inbound inquiries promptly and executing proactive outbound efforts to create meaningful connections and drive new business opportunities.
  • The BDR works closely with the sales team to ensure a seamless transition of qualified leads, providing discovery insights and actionable information.
  • By addressing prospect challenges with tailored solutions, the BDR demonstrates how Foundant’s offerings meet specific needs.

Requirements:

  • 1-2 years’ experience in growing a sales pipeline through both outbound and inbound lead generation and nurturing efforts
  • Applied thoughtful and targeted outbound strategies and methods (beyond cold calling) to generate leads
  • A passion for technology and the ability to speak knowledgeably about data and software
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with all types of people
  • An entrepreneurial and tenacious spirit - you “roll up your sleeves” and are always looking for new ways to achieve greater levels of success; you don't fear rejection
  • Exceptional listening and probing skills that allow you to quickly assess needs and fit
  • A strong competitive drive and a team player attitude - you collaborate to win
  • Strong organizational and time management skills and appreciates the importance of disciplined activity management and measurement
  • Interest in progressing to a quota-carrying direct sales role

Benefits:

  • competitive salary and benefits
  • tuition and lifestyle reimbursements
  • bespoke mindfulness and fitness initiatives
  • flexible PTO policy
  • professional and personal development opportunities
  • employee recognition culture