Associate Seller (6 Month Paternity-leave Contract)

FunnelCake; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 64,800 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness coverage

Volunteer Days

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

FunnelCake is looking for a Business Development Representative to drive outbound prospecting efforts targeting large enterprise organizations, focusing on engaging C-level executives. You will utilize tools like Salesforce and Salesloft to identify prospects and analyze performance metrics.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of SaaS sales experience with a strong outbound focus, demonstrated success in meeting KPIs, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a base salary range of $64,800 – $85,000 USD, along with bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in BDR/SDR or SaaS sales with an outbound focus.
• Success in meeting outbound activity KPIs.
• Ability to personalize messaging at scale.

Responsibilities

• Own outbound prospecting efforts into large enterprise organizations.
• Engage senior decision-makers to solve Sales Performance Management challenges.
• Collaborate with AEs to refine strategies and messaging.

Skills

Prospecting skills

Salesforce proficiency

Communication skills

Resilience

Tools

Salesloft

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Zoom

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Own outbound prospecting efforts into large enterprise organizations, generating net‑new pipeline through cold calls, cold emails, and social outreach.
• Engage C‑level executives and senior decision‑makers in conversations centered on solving complex Sales Performance Management challenges.
• Identify and prioritize high‑value target accounts within your territory using data, intent signals, and AI‑driven tools.
• Research accounts deeply to uncover business pains, organizational structure, buying committees, and strategic initiatives.
• Execute highly personalized, multi‑touch outbound sequences that align Varicent’s value proposition to each prospect’s priorities.
• Conduct discovery and qualification conversations, identifying pain, urgency, stakeholders, and next steps.
• Qualify opportunities using frameworks such as MEDDICC, ensuring strong alignment before passing to Account Executives.
• Collaborate closely with AEs to refine targeting strategies, messaging, and account plans.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records in Salesforce and engagement platforms (e.g., Salesloft).
• Continuously analyze performance metrics (connect rates, response rates, meetings booked) and iterate on outbound tactics.
• Contribute ideas to improve outbound campaigns, messaging, and prospecting processes.

What You’ll Bring

• 1–2 years of experience in a BDR/SDR or SaaS sales role with a strong outbound focus, ideally targeting enterprise or Fortune 500 accounts.
• Proficient with Salesforce and video‑conferencing tools like Zoom.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding outbound activity and meeting‑booking KPIs.
• Confidence and resilience when cold‑calling and engaging senior‑level stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to personalize messaging at scale.
• Experience using sales tools such as Salesforce, Salesloft, LinkedIn Sales Navigator and a curiosity for AI‑enabled prospecting tools.
• A proactive, self‑starting mindset with a strong desire to learn about Sales Performance Management, Incentive Compensation and Sales Planning.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, metrics‑driven, and collaborative environment.
• Comfort adapting strategies quickly based on data and feedback.

Bonus Qualifications

• Exposure to MEDDICC or similar sales qualification frameworks.
• Proven success partnering with marketing on outbound campaigns and account‑based initiatives.
• Previous experience prospecting into complex, multi‑stakeholder enterprise environments.

Short Term (1‑3 Months)

• Learn Varicent products, value propositions, and the insurance vertical.
• Master prospecting tools (Salesforce, Salesloft, LinkedIn, AI).
• Begin outreach and track initial activity metrics.

Medium Term (4‑6 Months)

• Consistently generate qualified opportunities.
• Research accounts, map stakeholders, and identify business pains.
• Refine outreach using performance metrics and AE/marketing feedback.

Long Term (7+ Months)

• Influence pipeline strategy and optimize prospecting processes.
• Share best practices with the team.
• Deliver measurable impact on pipeline and revenue growth.

Estimated annual base salary range: $64,800 – $85,000 USD. In addition to base salary, compensation may include bonuses, commissions for eligible sales roles, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Overview of Benefits

• Health & Wellness – comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to your local needs.
• Time Off – PTO and public holidays to rest, recharge, and do what matters most.
• Volunteer Days – dedicated time to give back and support the communities that matter to you.
• Ignite Days – dedicated learning days to support continuous growth, skill development, and professional learning.
• Financial – compensation that reflects your market and your value.
• Retirement – retirement plans designed to help you build long‑term financial security.
• Tuition Assistance – support for continuing education and professional development.
• Flexibility – work where you thrive, with remote and hybrid options available across most regions.

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