Buyers Edge Platform · 1 month ago
Outbound Sales Development Representative
Buyers Edge Platform is dedicated to revolutionizing the foodservice industry through technology and partnerships. The Sales Development Representative will lead prospect outreach, conduct needs assessments, and fill the sales pipeline with qualified opportunities, while also receiving extensive sales training.
Food DeliveryHospitalitySaaSSoftwareSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Proactively identify and research potential leads through various channels, including but not limited to, inbound inquiries, outbound prospecting, and online research
Conduct market research, analyze and identify, create and cultivate new business opportunities and effectively prioritize leads
Identify additional opportunities with existing customers to expand their use of Buyers Edge Platform offerings
Nurture cold leads and progress them through the sales funnel
Close Manufacturer Appreciation Program (MAP) business by connecting a foodservice operator’s distributor to our Launchpad portal
Develop a strong understanding of the food service industry, distribution and manufacturing
Conduct initial outreach, averaging at least 50 dials & 60 minutes of talk time daily to leads to assess their needs, pain points, and potential fit for our products/services
Perform digital portal walk-throughs for new and existing BEPL members
Gather critical information and maintain accurate records of all leads and opportunities in the Salesforce CRM system
Leverage Gong as a self-improvement tool
Schedule meetings, demos, or calls with qualified leads and existing Members for the sales teams
Provide detailed and relevant information to the prospects in preparation for their interaction with the sales team
Maintain a strong pipeline of interested prospects and consistently meet or exceed monthly sales quotas
Build and maintain relationships with potential and existing customers through effective communication, follow-ups, and providing value-added insights
Collaborate with the sales teams to ensure a smooth transition of qualified leads, providing necessary background information
Strive to be an expert on platform solutions
Work collaboratively with teams across the organization to maximize value
Be a resource to your peers and leadership team
Maintain and report on lead generation and qualification metrics and provide regular updates to the sales and marketing teams
Qualification
Required
Some sales prospecting, quota bearing, outbound inside sales experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with professionals in the restaurant industry
Confidence and ability to speak to customers, understanding their challenges, and effectively presenting solutions
Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce)
Post-secondary education in business related discipline, Diploma, Degree or equivalent sales and business experience
Basic understanding of web-based platforms and Microsoft Suite
Strong business acumen and an understanding of value-based selling
Ability to consistently meet or exceed monthly sales quotas
Comfortable with a high volume of daily sales calls
Enthusiastic and effective communicator who practices active listening
Resilient and ambitious self-starter motivated by a competitive merit-based compensation structure
Ability to overcome common sales resistance and objections using proven techniques
Coachable and open to feedback from leadership to continually improve sales acumen
Preferred
Experience with the foodservice industry
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA
Company-paid life insurance
401(k) with company match
Flexible PTO policy
Company
Buyers Edge Platform
Buyers Edge Platform is a data-driven supply chain, contracting, and purchasing partner in the food service industry.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$425MKey Investors
General AtlanticBregal Sagemount
2024-04-08Private Equity· $425M
2019-07-08Private Equity
Recent News
2025-10-07
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