Alta Equipment Group · 12 hours ago
Business Development Representative 1
Livonia, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelAlta Equipment Group is the largest equipment dealer in North America, seeking a full-time Business Development Representative 1. This role focuses on lead generation and qualification, managing customer relationships, and supporting the sales team in a fast-paced environment.
Machinery
Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Lead Qualification
Generate & Develop leads for the CRM through phone calls, e-mails, LinkedIn etc
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and produce a high level of strong leads
Enter Customer contact information in CRM as it is obtained
Effectively Communicate Alta products and services
High amount of lead generation activity with ability to maintain a high level of customer relationship skills
Manage and follow up on existing leads in the CRM
Follow up on clicks from email blasts, ad campaigns and marketing initiatives
Maintain and expand database of prospects within assigned territory. Pushing qualified opportunities to account managers for further development
Update job knowledge by studying new product descriptions and evolving product lines
Respond and filter incoming calls
Receives all incoming sales calls and directs them accordingly
Coordinate complex or more significant sales opportunities to the Outside Salesperson, providing complete customer contact information, project details and customer timeline/urgency
Develop a thorough understanding of product lines, basic technical aspects, business cycle and customer support
Collaborate with regional sales team as well as fellow business development team
Understand customer needs and requirements
Attend Training classes and meetings as needed
Assigned Field time with reps to learn the territory, industry and areas of focus
Meet minimum weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly results standards
Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities
Performs other duties as assigned
Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time
Qualification
Required
Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
Previous CRM experience is required. (Salesforce, Dynamics, etc.)
Previous pipeline management experience is required
Previous outbound prospecting experience is required
Ability to identify immediate concerns providing quick and effective responses
Strong problem solving and communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strategic, competitive and collaborative
Results orientated
Computer programs – proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Language Skills - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Desire to build your career. This role is designed as a feeder for future sales roles
Reasoning Ability - Intermediate: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, plus much more!
401(k) with match
Competitive wages
Company laptop
Paid time off
10 paid holidays
Company
Alta Equipment Group
Since 1984, Alta has grown into one of North America’s largest integrated equipment dealership platforms.
Founded in 1984
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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