Position: Sales Development Representative

Location: Chicago Loop

About Raise

Raise started with a simple idea—that people don’t dream about saving money, they save money to realize their dreams. An infectious and powerful concept, Raise offers the opportunity for everyone to live a life of more.

Our marketplace gives consumers the chance to unlock the value in their gift cards. Members can sell their unwanted gift cards for cash and buy gift cards to save at their favorite stores. We help put purchase power back into the hands of consumers, and that’s what giving yourself a raise is all about.

Recently named by Forbes as one of Chicago’s next billion­-dollar startups, we are well on our way to changing the retail marketplace forever. Join us on our mission to make money worth more.

About The Position

Raise is searching for motivated professionals who are looking to start their career in sales. Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) are responsible for locating, qualifying and scheduling new business opportunities. This role consists of sending emails, calling potential prospects and collaborating with other teams. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a sales ‘hunter’ mentality. Working knowledge of sales process, previous CRM and sales calling experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads from viable sources and manage a full sales pipeline


• Schedule appointments for various business channels


• Make and receive inbound and outbound calls everyday


• Own outbound and inbound lead qualification processes


• Research new target markets for ICP’s


• Educate, enhance and excite leads about Raise product offerings


• Collaborate with team(s) to meet monthly, quarterly opportunity objectives


 

Skills & Qualifications

• 1-2 years sales related experience, previous experience speaking with customers


• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Energetic business acumen, professional, passionate and naturally solution driven


• Self motivated (willing to make 70 calls per day)


 

Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, disability and life insurance


• Competitive base and commission


• Minimum 15 days PTO


• Eight weeks maternity leave and two weeks paternity leave


• $5,000 adoption credit and six weeks leave for adoption family bonding


• Breakfast and healthy snacks provided every day


• Raise branded t-shirts, bag, water bottle, winter jacket and stocking hat


• Pool, ping-pong, and foosball competitions


 

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