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Sales Development Representative

Ascend
Location
San Francisco
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Sales
Salary
$70,000–$115,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Proven history of effective cold calling
  • Strong drive for constant improvement
  • Creative approach to outreach
  • Strong communication skills
  • Self-motivated and resourceful
  • Eager to learn new strategies and tools
Nice to have
  • SDR experience in SaaS
  • Experience with Salesforce, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, or Clay
  • Exposure to startup environments and comfort with navigating ambiguity
What the job really is

As a Sales Development Representative at Ascend, you will drive growth by engaging with potential customers in the Mid-Market and SMB segments. Your day-to-day will involve cold calling, emailing, and booking demos, while also developing a deep understanding of customer needs and the solutions Ascend offers. You will work closely with your team to establish effective outreach strategies and contribute to the overall sales development process.

Benefits
  • Compensation: $70,000–$115,000 OTE
Things to weigh
  • Role is in-person at the San Francisco office
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or training programs
  • Expectations for rapid onboarding and performance within the first 90 days
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