Business Development Associate (Entry-level sales)

KiZAN Technologies; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Business Development Associate in Cincinnati. The role focuses on attracting new clients and nurturing existing relationships while collaborating with sales and marketing teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and be proactive in their approach to business development.

Qualifications

• Sales experience desired.
• Experience using a CRM system.
• High level of commitment to exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Attract new clients and build relationships.
• Market research and developing business strategies.
• Manage incoming sales leads and track activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

CRM System

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Business Development Associate

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Employment Type: Full-Time

• KiZAN is open to remote candidates for this position.
  
  
  

About KiZAN

We make technology personal!

KiZAN is an Industry leading Microsoft Professional Services and Managed Services Provider supporting Regional, National and Global clients. We personalize technology by sparking passion, fueling purpose, and building connections.

Here at KiZAN, we are one team, we support each other, and take the initiative to solve problems. We are fully committed to the direction chosen and always support our Mission. Being a part of KiZAN means that we win together, we create an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels accepted, a sense of purpose, and we embrace collaboration.

We are looking for an energetic business development associate to align with our sales and marketing teams to help take our organization to the next level. You will attract new clients and build solid relationships with them while maintaining existing relationships. Other duties will include market research, developing business strategies and pitches, managing a variety of Sales Campaigns, and identifying new business opportunities. You will work with various departments and report to a Regional Sales Manager.

The successful applicant will need to be resourceful, organized, and motivated to increase sales, enhance the company's reputation, and look for new and creative ways to market our products. A background in sales or marketing is strongly desirable. Responsiveness and persistence are key in this position. This role offers Career paths within both our Sales and Marketing Teams but per KiZAN culture we want you to take the path that is best suited for you and will help you expand your knowledge for those roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and leverage relationships internally with KiZAN departments.
• Expand and maintain the Microsoft relationships within your assigned territory by setting meetings, attending Teams meetings, in-person events, providing follow-up activities.
• Qualify and manage incoming sales leads from marketing team as well as Account Executives.
• Proactively contact prospects and be able to evangelize KiZAN solutions and services.
• Record and track sales activities in KiZAN Salesforce daily.
• Drive sales to new and existing accounts via telephone, email and marketing campaigns.
• Work to get KiZAN on approved vendor lists for customers
• Provide backup customer support for Account Executives as needed
• Transition prospects to an Account Executive by providing detailed and accurate information.
• Attend in-person marketing events as necessary
• Utilize research tools and record client data in Salesforce for marketing campaigns
• Provide necessary documentation to clients as directed by Account Executives
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Sales experience is desired
• Experience using a CRM system
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• High level of commitment to exceptional customer service and relationship
• Ability to travel, overnight up to 25%
• Ability to travel independently; if by car, a valid driver’s license or reliable method of transportation is required
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
  
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both individually and in a team environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast paced and constantly changing environment
• Ability to work independently/self-reliant and show initiative with minimum supervision
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and apply appropriately to business situations
• Ability to work under pressure; meet strict deadlines
• Ability to listen effectively and seek clarification
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Must be able to effectively and comfortably communicate with all types of individuals from the customer technical expert to the customer executive management
  
  
  

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