Responsible for generating leads, qualifying prospects, and providing high quality opportunities to Account Executives. Engagement through various channels is key to success.
FormAssembly is growing fast and we are excited to add a Sales Development Representative to service outbound sales and related inquiries with a focus on engaging and qualifying all prospective customers. This role is one of the first touch points for prospects and has the opportunity to set the tone for the entire sales process.
Responsibilities:
- Prospect and develop new leads via email, social media, LinkedIn, calling, and other resourceful "smart selling" lead generation practices
- Qualify prospects to determine if FormAssembly is a good fit for their needs
- Provide Account Executives with high quality closing opportunities
- Travel periodically to represent the FormAssembly brand at industry events
Requirements
- At least one previous SDR/BDR tenure
- Fantastic communication and organization skills are a must
- Never give-up attitude
Bonus Points for:
- Experience with Salesforce
- Experience working with SaaS
Salary: Base - $45,000-$50,000 (to be paid at an hourly rate, Non-Exempt employee) / OTE - $70,000 - $75,000
Benefits
FormAssembly is a completely remote/distributed team. We thrive through digital communication, and work to connect numerous times a day. Our culture is vibrant, fun, and unique! Read more about it here. Some of our benefits include:
- Health benefits (health, dental, vision) for Team Members based in the United States
- Mental Health benefits with SpringHealth
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Unlimited PTO (with a required minimum use of 2 weeks per year) for Salaried/Exempt staff, or 4 weeks of paid vacation for hourly/non-exempt employees.
- 9 paid company holidays
- Flexible work schedule; work from anywhere!
- Generous Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
- Charitable contribution match
- Budget for professional development
- Company provided Mac laptop
You'll be joining a talented and fun team, working together to build something great!
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