Lead Generation Specialist LY

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SIMERA-TALENT is seeking a proactive Lead Generation Specialist to build a robust pipeline through outbound outreach and data-driven prospecting, based in San Francisco, CA. You will research target accounts, qualify leads, and schedule meetings with decision-makers while ensuring clean CRM data and accurate activity tracking.

Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to optimize messaging and channels. The role requires a results-oriented mindset, strong communication, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Proven ability to research and identify target accounts.
• Experience generating qualified sales leads and prospect data.
• Strong data accuracy and CRM maintenance."
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential customers and target accounts.
• Build and maintain targeted prospect lists based on profiles.
• Generate leads via outbound calls, email, LinkedIn and social channels.
• Qualify leads by evaluating needs and potential fit.
• Engage prospects and conduct initial outreach conversations.
• Identify decision-makers within target organizations.
• Schedule qualified meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate prospect information in CRM systems.
• Track activities, responses, conversions, and pipeline contribution.
• Follow up consistently to increase engagement and conversions.
• Collaborate with Sales, BD and Marketing to improve strategies.
• Provide feedback on lead quality and market trends.
• Meet or exceed lead-generation and activity targets.
• Continuously test outreach messaging and channels.

Skills

Prospect research

Lead generation

Outbound outreach

CRM usage

Communication

Time management

Tools

CRM systems

LinkedIn

Email platforms

Spreadsheets

Lead-gen tools

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Lead Generation Specialist to identify potential customers, generate qualified leads, and build a consistent pipeline of business opportunities. The ideal candidate is skilled in prospect research, outbound outreach, lead qualification, and data management, with strong communication skills and a strong focus on achieving measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential customers, companies, and target accounts.
• Build and maintain targeted prospect lists based on defined customer profiles and sales criteria.
• Generate leads through outbound calls, email, LinkedIn, social media, online research, and other channels.
• Qualify leads by evaluating their needs, business requirements, interest, and potential fit.
• Conduct initial outreach and engage prospects in meaningful conversations.
• Identify decision-makers and relevant contacts within target organizations.
• Schedule qualified meetings and appointments for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospect information in the CRM system.
• Track lead generation activities, outreach, responses, conversions, and pipeline contribution.
• Follow up consistently with prospects to increase engagement and conversion.
• Collaborate with Sales, Business Development, and Marketing teams to improve lead-generation strategies.
• Provide feedback on lead quality, prospect responses, market trends, and common objections.
• Meet or exceed lead-generation, qualification, and activity targets.
• Continuously test and improve outreach methods, messaging, and prospecting strategies.

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong prospect research and lead-generation abilities.
• Strong lead qualification and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to identify relevant decision-makers and business opportunities.
• Strong follow-up and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable conducting high-volume outreach.
• Comfortable using CRM systems, LinkedIn, email, lead-generation platforms, spreadsheets, and other digital tools.
• Results-oriented mindset with the ability to work toward measurable targets.
• Ability to work independently and maintain consistent productivity.

Requirements

• Previous experience in lead generation, business development, sales development, inside sales, appointment setting, or a similar role.
• Experience with outbound prospecting and lead qualification.
• Experience researching companies, contacts, and potential customers.
• Experience using CRM systems and maintaining accurate prospect data.Ability to meet daily, weekly, and monthly activity or lead-generation targets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote and fast-paced environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
• Professional, proactive, organized, and results-driven attitude.
• English proficiency is required if the position involves generating leads for English-speaking markets.

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