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Cisco · 1 month ago

Sales Development Representative Outbound Sales II (Full Time) - United States

Austin, Texas, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$92K/yr - $133K/yr

Cisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect. They are seeking a Sales Development Representative to identify and qualify sales leads, perform proactive prospecting, and manage leads using advanced sales tools, ultimately setting the foundation for future growth and customer experience.

Communications InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareHardwareSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and qualify critical sales leads, establishing effective contacts for Cisco Networking products and services

Perform proactive prospecting through cold-calling, networking, and digital channels to build a robust lead pipeline

Articulate Cisco's compelling value proposition to decision-makers, independently assessing needs and guiding customers through the sales cycle

Utilize advanced sales tools like Salesforce.com, Gong, and ZoomInfo to manage leads and ensure data integrity

Collaborate with leadership to achieve daily, weekly, and quarterly goals, ultimately positioning yourself for promotion to an account executive role

Qualification

CRM software proficiencySales engagement toolsProspecting activitiesSales cycle understandingValue proposition articulationCreative lead generationAmbition for promotionRelationship buildingWritten communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime management

Required

Proficiency in using CRM software (e.g., Salesforce.com) and sales engagement tools

Demonstrated ability to perform prospecting activities, including cold-calling and utilizing internet information sources

Foundational understanding of sales cycles and lead qualification processes

Ability to articulate product and solution value propositions

Authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred

Experience building strong professional relationships

Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and time management abilities

A proactive and creative approach to lead generation

Ambition to pursue an account executive role after minimum tenure

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability coverage

Basic life insurance

10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees

1 paid day off for employee’s birthday

Paid year-end holiday shutdown

4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco

16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees

Flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use

80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter

Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next

Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members

Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer

Performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary

Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies

Company

Cisco

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Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.

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