Business Development Representative
AI SaaS Startup (Automotive Industry)
New York City
Job Description
We are growing our New York City team and seeking a dynamic Business Development Representative to drive lead generation and fill our sales funnel as we build our go-to-market function from the ground up. This role is crucial for generating revenue in our next phase of hypergrowth. Operating in a hybrid environment, our BDR team offers fantastic earning and career growth potential.
Responsibilities:
- Generate Opportunities: Create 2+ new sales opportunities daily
- Outreach Activities: Conduct 65+ outreach activities daily through email, phone, and social media
- Research: Identify and prospect top automotive repair businesses
- Coordinate Meetings: Arrange new business meetings with Account Executives
- Collaborate: Strategize with sales leaders and team members on new business priorities
- Track Activity: Maintain accurate records of sales activities using Salesforce and other tools
- Sales Engagement: Overcome objections, pitch the our value proposition, and advance prospects through the sales process
- Smooth Transitions: Partner with Account Executives to ensure seamless client handoffs
Requirements
Requirements:
- Experience: 1-3+ years of sales experience in a high-growth startup environment (SaaS preferred)
- Cold Calling: Proven success with cold calling, especially with SMB targets
- Work Ethic: Strong determination to succeed and a proactive attitude
- Coachability: Highly coachable with a love for team collaboration
- Curiosity & Grit: Naturally curious and resourceful
- Sales Tools: Familiarity with standard sales tools and openness to new technologies
- Track Record: Demonstrated record of professional and academic success
Preferred Requirements:
- Outstanding professional references
- Experience with marketplace models
- Enthusiasm for high-growth environments
- Previous phone sales experience or collegiate sales competition background
- Experience in the automotive industry is a plus
- A positive attitude, strong sense of humor, and the ability to have fun at work