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Business Development Representative

Accela
Location
Hybrid - Kansas City, MO
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Sales
Salary
$55,000-65,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a strong desire to learn
  • Basic understanding of Sales principles and customer service practices
  • Ability to travel 10-15%
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with CRM software
  • Familiarity with Outreach, LinkedIn, Demand Base and Marketo
What the job really is

The Business Development Representative will focus on identifying and qualifying new business opportunities through both outbound and inbound prospecting. Daily tasks include conducting outreach to target accounts, setting appointments for the sales team, and maintaining accurate records in the CRM system while collaborating with the sales team to implement lead generation strategies.

Benefits
  • Annual base salary range of $55,000-65,000
  • Annual bonus target based on company and individual goal achievement
  • Flexible time off
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Family planning benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided, but actual salary may vary based on multiple factors
  • Role involves a significant amount of outreach and prospecting, which may not suit everyone
  • Basic understanding of sales principles required, indicating a potential learning curve for those new to sales
Job score4.2/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness3/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency5/5

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