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Associated

Business Development Representative

Associated, Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, United States, 55077


Business Development Representative

Are you driven to build relationships and discover new business opportunities? Join our team as a

Business Development Representative

and play a vital role in expanding our customer base! This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a fast-paced sales environment, with the goal of advancing to a sales role.

Why Join Us?Career Growth : This role is designed as an "apprentice" position to prepare you for advancement within our sales team.Comprehensive Benefits :

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick/Personal DaysBlue Cross Medical InsuranceDental, Vision, and Life InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsParental LeaveProfit SharingTuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5% Employee ContributionReferral Bonus Program (up to $2,500)$50K Base Salary + Commission

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Qualification : Assess leads from marketing campaigns to identify sales opportunities.Client Outreach : Reach out to potential clients through calls and emails, presenting our products and services effectively.Solutions Expert : Understand client needs and recommend tailored products/services to enhance satisfaction.Relationship Building : Establish long-term relationships with clients based on trust and value.Business Prospecting : Actively seek new business opportunities in the market.Team Collaboration : Schedule meetings or calls between clients and the sales team.Product Knowledge : Stay updated on our latest products, services, and pricing plans.What You Bring:

Technical Skills : Familiarity with MS Excel for analyzing data, with CRM experience (e.g., Salesforce) a plus.Sales Insights : Understanding of key sales performance metrics.Communication Skills : Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities.Presentation Ability : Capability to deliver engaging, informative presentations.Motivation to Learn : Eagerness to understand our products, business, and industry.Qualifications:

Education : Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field, or comparable experience.Experience : Sales experience is a plus but not required.