SAP Business Development Representative

Company DescriptionTalan is an international consulting and technology expertise group that accelerates its clients' transformation through innovation, technology, and data. For over 20 years, Talan has been advising and supporting companies and public institutions in implementing their transformation and innovation projects internationally.Present on five continents, in 18 countries, the Group, which is Great Place to Work certified, will have more than 7,000 employees by the end of 2024. It aims to achieve a turnover of 850 million euros in the same year and exceed the one-billion-euro threshold by 2025.With its research and innovation Centre, Talan puts innovation at the heart of its development and intervenes in the technological mutation sectors, such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Intelligence, Blockchains, to avail the growth of major groups and mid-cap companies through a committed and responsible approach.By placing "Positive Innovation" at the heart of its strategy, the Talan Group is convinced that it is by serving people that technology amplifies its potential for society.www.talan.comJob DescriptionWe are seeking a SAP Business Development Representative to join our team and develop our presence in the US market, focusing on mid-market manufacturing companies. Your primary objective will be to generate qualified pipeline for our SAP business unit in the Midwest territory through both inbound and outbound activities.Your main missions are:Inbound Lead ManagementServe as the first point of contact for website inquiries and phone calls, responding promptly to demonstrate our commitment to potential clients seeking SAP expertiseEvaluate incoming leads using our established qualification criteria to identify opportunities where Talan's SAP capabilities align with prospect needsTransform initial inquiries into qualified sales opportunities by understanding the prospect's context and effectively communicating our value propositionMaintain detailed and accurate records of all prospect interactions in our CRM system, ensuring critical information is captured for effective team collaborationOutbound Prospecting & Business DevelopmentExecute strategic outbound campaigns targeting manufacturing companies, following established messaging and approaches while personalizing communication to each prospectDrive consistent daily prospecting activities across phone, email, and LinkedIn, maintaining high-quality touchpoints that reflect our consultative approachMeet or exceed monthly targets of 150-200 qualified appointments, focusing on manufacturing companies with approximately $100M in revenueContribute insights and feedback to our go-to-market strategy based on prospect interactions and market responseMarket Development & Event ParticipationRepresent Talan Americas professionally at industry events and SAP partner conferences, serving as an ambassador for Talan AmericasSupport our market presence by effectively communicating Talan's SAP expertise to US mid-market manufacturing prospectsPresent our targeted value propositions to manufacturing industry prospects, articulating how our solutions address their specific challengesBuild relationships through event participation, creating new opportunities for pipeline developmentCross-functional CollaborationWork in close alignment with our US and Canadian marketing partner to ensure consistent execution of campaigns and messagingParticipate actively in go-to-market team meetings, sharing prospect feedback to help refine our targeting approachesCoordinate with the sales team to ensure smooth handoff of qualified opportunities, providing complete context for effective follow-upShare market insights gathered through prospect interactions to inform our US market entry strategyQualificationsExperienceMinimum 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:B2B technology sales or business developmentInside sales or lead generation in professional servicesPast experience in recruitment roles is an assetBusiness AcumenBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent work experienceExperience working with mid-market companies ($100M+ revenue) Sales & Communication SkillsProven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding performance targetsStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishExperience in consultative selling or relationship-building rolesTechnical & Tools ProficiencyExperience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and Microsoft Office SuiteFamiliarity with sales engagement platforms like LinkedIn Sales Navigator or LinkedIn RecruiterBenefitsAt Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including: Competitive salary401(k) retirement plan with company matching15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per yearCompany health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSAVoluntary STD and LTD Commuter/transit benefits Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.