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Business Development Representative

Sprout Social
Location
Chicago, IL
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Sales
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 1+ years of sales, marketing or customer service experience OR relevant experience
  • A consistent track record of meeting and exceeding goals
  • Ability to work from Sprout’s Chicago office at least three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) with the possibility of additional in-office days depending on business needs
Nice to have
  • Exceptional organizational, presentation, and communication skills - phone, email, and webinar
  • Technical expertise and ability to acquire knowledge of new products
  • Driven to succeed and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
What the job really is

As a Business Development Representative at Sprout Social, you will focus on generating new business through outbound prospecting and cold outreach. Your role involves identifying customer pain points, collaborating with Account Executives, and utilizing AI-powered tools to enhance outreach efforts. You will also engage in training and development to build your skills and contribute to the team's success in driving customer connections.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Premium BCBSIL medical, dental (high/low plans), and vision (Eyemed) insurance for you and your eligible dependents.
  • Premium Mental Health Support: Full, free access to Modern Health for you and your dependents, including coaching, therapy sessions, and digital wellness resources.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a 50% company match on your first 6% of contributions (a 3% total match).
  • Financial Security: 100% employer-paid Life and Disability insurance for your peace of mind.
  • Flexible Paid Time Off: A flexible PTO policy, supplemented with additional company-wide Rest & Recharge days throughout the year.
  • Paid Parental Leave: Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents to support you in expanding your family.
Things to weigh
  • Role involves significant cold outreach and prospecting, which may not appeal to all candidates.
  • Position requires in-office work at least three days a week, which may limit flexibility for some.
  • The timeline for growth and mastery of skills is outlined but may shift based on business needs, indicating potential variability in role expectations.
Job score3.6/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness5/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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