ATHENA - Sales Development Representative

Athena SWC LLC, headquartered in Amherst, NY, is a sales and marketing development agency that serves as an outsourced lead generation team for B2B businesses. We help our clients engage with target prospects and assist them with moving sales opportunities through the sales pipeline by providing tools and a team to execute and manage the sales process.

We are looking for a goal-oriented individual who can help build a sales pipeline and drive new business development through outbound prospecting, qualifying and data gathering. In this critical role, you will be the first point of contact to potential customers on behalf of our clients.

Successful people in this role will become front end sales experts in multiple environments and industries. Understanding the importance of this role to the team and sales pipelines of our clients is significant.

Responsibilities

• Perform frequent outbound phone calls and email activities to create qualified sales ready appointments
• Engage and educate decision makers and C-level prospects based on provided target lists
• Research further potential targets
• Act as a consultative partner for potential customers; fielding questions and handling objections to provide value to key decision makers when needed
• Master tech platforms and CRM systems such as LinkedIn, Pipedrive, Salesforce, Outlook, Office 365, etc.
• Collaborate with team members and make suggestions on how to improve outreach efforts
• Participate in team meetings and on-going training
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field strongly preferred
• A strong interest in beginning a career in sales is required
• Competitive spirit to hit program goals
• Readiness to cold call
• Self-starter who works well in a highly collaborative/team environment
• Strong written, verbal, and communication skills
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn sales process skills
• Curiosity to work with new industries
• Coachability
• Inside sales and prospecting experience are a plus
  
  

Benefits/Perks/Salary

• Compensation Range - $43,000 to $48,000 includes average estimate of annual profit-sharing bonus
• Hybrid work flexibility (Mondays & Fridays are remote, along with 2 additional days each month)
• Competitive medical, dental, 401k, etc. benefits options
• Compensation review 6 months after employment
• Employee appreciation days, paid holidays, 2 flexible holidays each year
• 3 weeks annual paid time off
• PTO allotment increases based on years of service
• A vibrant culture including other like-minded sales professionals
• Regular team building and fun social activities
• Dress for your day policy
• Consistent and on-going training
• Professional office space
• Additional perks awarded for individual and/or team performance
  
  

What’s In It For You

• Learn the foundation of sales prospecting, process, and best practices
• Build communication skills and professional network
• Learn how to sell in multiple environments and industries
• Master using multiple sales tools, platforms, and technologies
• Chance to showcase out of the box thinking
• Gain experience to expand career path in sales
• Opportunity to grow into higher roles within Athena
• Inclusive environment
  
  

Hours Of Operation

• Our office hours are from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
• Our summer hours are from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Friday
• We pride ourselves on our flexibility; however, the ability to work additional hours will be needed at peak times
  
  

At The Bonadio Group, we believe that an inclusive work environment allows all of our people to achieve their greatest potential and the greatest results for our clients and communities. Bonadio is committed to the principle of equal treatment and opportunity for all people. The Firm is committed to fostering and managing diversity in the workplace as an integral part of its practice and service to clients. The Firm values the rich variety of perspectives and experiences offered by those of different backgrounds. This diversity strengthens our institution and enables it to better respond to our clients’ needs in an increasingly global profession.

In the fast-changing accounting industry, The Bonadio Group is always on the cutting edge of growth and innovation. With our great mentoring and training programs, you’ll be exposed to diversity of work, the ability to tackle more interesting issues, and have a path to Partnership. You’ll be working with great people and great clients where you can truly make a difference. Apply online, get on board, and grow with us. You’ll be glad you did!

All communications from The Bonadio Group regarding recruitment and hiring will come from an @bonadio.com email address and our process includes a discussion with our Talent Management team. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us immediately at (800) 487-7624 or careers@bonadio.com.

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