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Generate new business opportunities by prospecting commercial real estate firms and manufacturers. Responsibilities include making 300+ cold calls weekly, sending cold emails, qualifying prospects, expanding professional networks, booking exploratory meetings, and supporting the VP of Sales during client discussions. The role requires a self-motivated, competitive sales hunter who can learn the energy procurement and commercial real estate industries and work independently in a results-oriented environment.
About Energy CX:
Energy CX is redefining the energy brokerage industry as the fastest-growing player in the US. By bringing cutting-edge technology, advanced analytics, and innovative solutions, we are disrupting a space that has operated in the dark for too long.
Why Energy CX?- Recession proof industry
- Uncapped commission with competitive salary
- Entrepreneurial and ambitious culture with a great team oriented environment
- One of the fastest paths to Account Executive in the industry
- Fastest growing energy broker in the country
- Recognized by Fortune and Great Places to work US
- Named on Inc 5000’s list of America’s fastest growing companies
Compensation
- Year 1 Expected Earnings → $75,000 - $85,000 (Base + Uncapped Commission)
Title: Business Development Representative
We are seeking Chicago-based sales hunters to work with the largest CRE firms and manufacturers in the country.
About this JobThis position is for someone who is interested in energy and real estate and wants to be a part of a fast growing, hungry company.
The person for this job is naturally tenacious and relentless in anything they do. They are a highly motivated self-starter that enjoys working in a results-oriented environment.
This person is excited to hunt for new business. They appreciate the challenge of learning a new industry/role and the opportunity to grow within a company.
Objectives of this Role- Set exploratory meetings with prospective commercial real estate clients in order to source opportunities for your VP of Sales
- Learn about the commercial real estate and energy procurement industries
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
- Grow your network to create more new customer opportunities
- Qualify companies to see if they are a good fit for our target market
- Make 300+ cold calls per week
- Cold email prospective customers
- Book 2-3 meetings per week
- Sit in on Exploratory meetings with your VP of Sales
Skills & Qualifications
- Proven track record of success
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Highly competitive
- Ability to work independently / Self-Motivated
Energy CX Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
600 W Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States, 60654
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