Sales Development Representative

Location: Sunderland

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Office-Based.

Salary: up to £28,000 per annum + £6k Bonus

Job Description

The Sales Development Representative plays a pivotal role in driving business growth by identifying and qualifying new sales opportunities within the IT and internet sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career within Sales and join a growing business with the potential for long-term career progression too as the team grows. The role requires proactive engagement with prospective clients to generate interest in products and services, with a strong emphasis on building a robust sales pipeline.

Job Duties

• Identify and research potential clients within the target market, focusing on IT and internet-related businesses.
• Generate and qualify leads through outbound calls, emails, and social media platforms to create sales opportunities.
• Engage with prospective clients to understand their business needs.
• Arrange initial meetings or product demonstrations to introduce services and outline benefits.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure smooth handover of qualified leads and support the closing process.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of activities and client interactions within the customer relationship management system.
• Meet or exceed agreed sales development targets and contribute to team objectives.

Required Experience:

• Strong interest in working within the IT or internet sectors and building a career in sales.
• A track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets would be beneficial but not essential.
• Confident communication skills.
• Competency in using digital communication tools and social media for outreach.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in a target-driven environment.
• Proficiency with common office software and sales management systems.

If successful, you can expect a salary of up to £28,000, along with a £6k bonus for successfully meeting sales targets.

To apply for this role as Sales Development Representative, please click 'Apply Online' and upload an updated copy of your CV.

**Please include your current Address/Location within your CV or application. Applications without a location may not be considered, and those with a location will be prioritised. If you are looking to relocate, then please state this along with your current location. **