Sales Development Representative - Hybrid
NielsenIQ is seeking a talented Sales Development Representative (SDR) to manage, develop and grow qualified lead volume and sales pipeline for our Emerging Brands team. This role is primarily responsible for :
- Qualifying inbound inquiries to determine sales readiness
- Outbound prospecting via email, social and phone into target accounts in an effort to schedule initial meetings for sales representatives
- Supporting in-person and virtual events via pre- and post-event outreach
This role is often the first touchpoint for prospects interested in NielsenIQ solutions and will set the tone for the sales cycle following. Professionalism, enthusiasm, and excellent communication are key characteristics to be successful in this role. The ideal candidate will be a highly energized self-starter who can thrive working autonomously while also being skilled at building solid working relationships with cross-functional team members and sales stakeholders.
Does the idea of working for an established company with a start-up culture excite you? Is being on a diverse team with a focus on work-life balance important to you? Are you a self-starter eager to make a name for yourself in a fast-growing company that rewards good ideas? If you answer yes to these questions, NielsenIQ may be the company for you.
Qualifications
4-year college degree1-3 years of SaaS sales development (cold outreach, lead qualification) experiencePrior experience working with emerging brands, preferredProfessional experience in a customer-focused performance-driven, high-growth, fast-paced sales, service or marketing teamExperience and / or interest in CPG or selling an innovative / niche toolStrong interpersonal skills with ability to professionally interact with a diverse blend of personalities to identify and reach desired outcomes while maintaining strong relationshipsExcellent research and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze, compare, evaluate, reconcile and derive actionable insights and next stepsExperience with tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, MS Dynamics 365 (CRM), Salesforce, Salesloft, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and ability to quickly learn new technologiesExceptional ability to actively listen to and effectively communicate with, prospects and customers in a variety of mediums, such as written or verbalTeam player that exhibits a positive attitude, composure under pressure and willingness to think out of the box to drive resultsDetail oriented, methodical and process driven mentalitySound time management and organizational skillsMust be a self-starter and highly ambitious to grow knowledge, skills and careerUS Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental, and vision)Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (including company contributions)Life and AD&D insurance401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributionsDisability insuranceTuition ReimbursementDiscretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidaysFlexible working environmentVolunteer time offLinkedIn LearningEmployee-Assistance-Program (EAP)About NIQ
NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.
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