Sales Development Representative - ASEAN

Cohesity; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohesity, a leader in AI-powered data security, is seeking a Sales Development Representative (SDR) based in Singapore to support Indonesia and Malaysia markets. You will identify new business opportunities, build outbound prospecting lists, and qualify leads for Account Executives.

In this hybrid role, you will engage in multi-channel outreach, conduct discovery calls, respond to inbound inquiries, and develop deep knowledge of Cohesity’s platform to convey our value proposition.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree.
• 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with researching companies, cold calling, emailing.
• Comfortable using CRM and prospecting tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to build and refine outbound prospecting lists.
• Identify key decision-makers within target accounts.
• Create and execute multi-channel outreach sequences (phone, email, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Conduct discovery calls to assess prospective needs and introduce Cohesity solutions.
• Respond promptly to inbound leads via phone, email, LinkedIn, etc.
• Qualify leads using predefined criteria and book meetings for Account Executives to progress opportunities.
• Work closely with account executives to hand off qualified opportunities.
• Develop deep knowledge of Cohesity's platform to confidently communicate our value proposition.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Cold calling

Email outreach

Discovery calls

AI tools usage

Team collaboration

Verbal and written comms

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM software

LinkedIn

Outreach tools

Job description

Cohesity is the leader in AI-powered data security. Over 13,600 enterprise customers, including over 85 of the Fortune 100 and nearly 70% of the Global 500, rely on Cohesity to strengthen their resilience while providing Gen AI insights into their vast amounts of data. Formed from the combination of Cohesity with Veritas' enterprise data protection business, the company's solutions secure and protect data on-premises, in the cloud, and at the edge. Backed by NVIDIA, IBM, HPE, Cisco, AWS, Google Cloud, and others, Cohesity is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, with offices around the globe. We've been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design, and our culture.

The Sales Development Representative (SDR) plays a critical role in driving awareness and the adoption of Cohesity's solutions. This foundational role is suited for individuals passionate about beginning a career in sales. The role is focused on identifying new business opportunities and contributing to the development of a strong and sustainable sales pipeline.

This role will be based out of Singapore supporting Indonesia and Malaysia markets.

HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME HERE:

• Collaborate with team members to build and refine outbound prospecting lists.
• Identify key decision-makers within target accounts.
• Create and execute multi-channel outreach sequences (phone, email, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Conduct discovery calls to assess prospective needs and introduce Cohesity solutions.
• Respond promptly to inbound leads via phone, email, LinkedIn, etc.
• Qualify leads using predefined criteria and book meetings for Account Executives to progress opportunities.
• Work closely with account executives to hand off qualified opportunities.
• Develop deep knowledge of Cohesity's platform to confidently communicate our value proposition.

WE'LD LOVE TO TALK TO YOU IF YOU HAVE MANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making
• Enthusiasm for sales, with ideally 2 years of relevant experience.
• Comfortable using CRM and prospecting tools.
• Experience with researching companies, cold calling, emailing, and navigating organizational hierarchies.
• Confident in making cold calls and handling objections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Receptive to coaching and continuous feedback.
• High level of grit and perseverance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic and goal-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative, team-first attitude with a willingness to share knowledge and best practices.
• Self-motivated with a focus on learning and career development.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree.
• The working hours will be according to India timezone.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office

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In-Office Expectations

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