Business Development Representative – Information Technology

Silex Data Solutions; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A dynamic IT solutions company is seeking a Business Development Representative to generate leads and build customer relationships. This remote position requires strong communication and organizational skills, with opportunities for professional development. Candidates with 0-3 years of experience in sales or customer-facing roles are encouraged to apply. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years in sales development, inside sales, or customer-facing roles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-disciplined and motivated to work unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Prospect daily via outbound channels to generate meetings.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM and spreadsheets.

Skills

Sales development

Communication

Time management

Curiosity about IT solutions

Education

Entry-level candidates encouraged

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot)

Job description

Overview

Silex is seeking a Business Development Representative to build pipelines and accelerate revenue by identifying, engaging, and qualifying prospective customers. You will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and partner teams to launch campaigns, secure introductory meetings, and hand off qualified opportunities. You’ll leverage modern sales tools, maintain meticulous data hygiene, and continuously sharpen product and industry knowledge to deliver a high-quality first impression with prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect daily via outbound email, social, and phone to generate first meetings with target accounts and personas.
• Qualify inbound leads and outbound prospects against ICP criteria; capture discovery notes and next steps.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings across multiple calendars and time zones; prepare agendas, materials, and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM and spreadsheets (pipelines, KPIs, action registers) with timely updates.
• Collaborate with partner teams on co-marketing and enablement activities to drive awareness and first meetings.
• Support event planning and execution (webinars, lunch-and-learns, user groups) to engage target audiences.
• Complete vendor sales trainings and certifications to improve product fluency and credibility in conversations.
• Prepare basic quotes or information requests and coordinate smooth handoffs to account executives for advanced scoping.
• Contribute ideas and experiments to improve outreach performance, messaging, and conversion rates.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years in sales development, inside sales, marketing, or customer-facing roles; entry-level candidates encouraged.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, OneNote); able to manage tools daily with speed and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable leading short intro calls and coordinating next steps.
• Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail; able to juggle priorities without dropping essentials.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn IT solutions across data storage, security, networking, virtualization, and software/hardware.
• Self-disciplined, motivated, and capable of working in a largely unsupervised environment while meeting activity targets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Experience in technology services, VARs, distributors, or channel/partner ecosystems.
• Basic reporting or dashboard skills (e.g., Power BI, Data Studio).
• Social selling experience (LinkedIn, community forums) and content collaboration with marketing.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and certifications support.

Location

Remote with optional corporate events in Nashville, TN.

Type

Full-time

Why Join Silex Data Solutions?

Silex offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status.

• Learning and Development: We provide unlimited, comprehensive training and education programs to ensure our employees are continuously growing and staying at the forefront of the industry. Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education is available to support your professional growth.

• Work-Life Balance and Benefits: At our company, we prioritize a harmonious work-life balance with flexible working hours and the option for remote work. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, and disability plans, with eligibility starting the month following employment. We also provide life insurance paid by the company, a 401(k) plan, paid maternity leave, and generous paid time off.

• Equity and Ownership: All employees are eligible to receive an options grant as part of their compensation package, allowing them to share in the success of our company.

• Community Engagement: We support and contribute to the broader ML/AI, cybersecurity, and cloud communities, believing that sharing our knowledge through whitepapers, blogs, and other educational materials is key to our success.

More About Us

Silex Data Solutions, a high-growth, privately owned systems integrator operated business based in Tennessee, is at the cutting-edge of IT innovation. Our team, comprising seasoned IT veterans, takes a holistic approach to technology, focusing on Business Processes and IT Automation. We are dedicated to Research & Development, constantly pushing the boundaries to provide efficient, cost-effective solutions that maximize ROI for our clients. Our unique delivery methodology ensures a deep understanding of client needs, offering opportunities for education and empowerment in new IT initiatives. At Silex, we not only commit to technological advancement but also to the growth and development of our team, providing a dynamic environment where technical skills can flourish and career opportunities abound.

At Silex, you will work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, continuously challenge yourself to grow, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology solutions. If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for technology and a desire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!