Sales Development Representative

ProsperOps; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ProsperOps, a Flexera company, is seeking a Sales Development Representative to drive growth in cloud FinOps. You will identify potential clients, nurture leads, and lay the groundwork for long-term relationships while collaborating with sales, marketing, and revenue operations teams.

This fully remote role offers opportunities to build market presence and contribute to revenue expansion. You will develop prospect lists, coordinate outreach through cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn, and

Qualifications

• Experience identifying and engaging potential clients in technology or cloud-based services.
• Ability to nurture leads and develop long-term customer relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication with a data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for lead generation and sales outreach.
• Be the first point of contact for potential clients, representing ProsperOps and its values.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to align sales strategies with company goals.
• Attend technology & market relevant conferences to spread the ProsperOps brand and initiate new customer relationships.

Skills

Lead generation

Sales outreach

Prospecting

Communication

CRM familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Industry knowledge

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

ProsperOps is the category leader in autonomous cloud cost optimization, founded by the leaders behind Rackspace's AWS Managed Services Business. We use sophisticated algorithms, AI, and automation to generate world class savings outcomes for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, while minimizing our customers' risk. We have over $5 billion dollars of cloud spend under management and serve sophisticated teams like Coinbase, Canva, SeatGeek, and TD Synnex. The cloud is incredibly powerful, but operating it cost effectively is complicated and time‑consuming. Our mission is to remove complexity and deliver savings outcomes so every business can prosper in the cloud. We're a fully remote team, so 100% of our roles are open to applicants anywhere in the region in which the role is advertised.

Joining the team at ProsperOps as a Sales Development Representative (SDR) presents an exciting opportunity for those passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving FinOps landscape. As an SDR at ProsperOps, you will be at the heart of our sales operations, playing a crucial role in driving our business forward. Your primary focus will be on identifying and engaging potential clients, nurturing leads, and laying the groundwork for long‑term customer relationships. This position is not just about sales; it's about being a key contributor to our mission of transforming cloud cost management.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and execute strategies for lead generation and sales outreach.
• Be the first point of contact for potential clients, representing ProsperOps and its values.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to align sales strategies with company goals.
• Engage in continuous learning about our products and the cloud FinOps market.
• Attend technology & market relevant conferences to spread the ProsperOps brand and initiate new customer relationships

This position is ideal for someone with a drive to succeed, a passion for technology, and a commitment to excellence. At ProsperOps, you will find a supportive environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Impact & Influence:

In the role of Sales Development Representative at ProsperOps, you will be a key driver of business growth and market expansion. Your responsibilities will center around generating new business opportunities, engaging potential clients, and contributing significantly to our revenue growth. As the initial point of contact for our prospects, you will set the tone for their experience with ProsperOps, influencing their perception and decision‑making process regarding our AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure cost optimization solutions. Your role extends beyond individual sales efforts; it involves a collaborative impact across the company. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and revenue operations teams, providing valuable insights that shape our sales strategies, marketing campaigns, and product development. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in educating the market about the importance of efficient cloud cost management, raising awareness about how it can drive business growth and sustainability.

Career Path:

Responsibilities:

• Conducting targeted research to identify key prospects within our ICP
• Generating prospecting lists of decision‑makers in target accounts using Surfe
• Booking outbound meetings through various outreach methods, including cold calls, cold emails, LinkedIn and other platforms
• Coordinating meetings or demos between potential clients and the sales team
• Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of ProsperOps' products and services to effectively communicate their value
• Qualifying leads based on specific criteria, such as total cloud spend and potential needs for cost optimization
• Managing relationships with warm leads and delivering relevant marketing content to prospects
• Collaboratively working with sales, marketing, and revenue operations teams to align strategies and optimize outreach efforts
• Tracking and managing prospect interactions and follow‑ups within the HubSpot
• Participating in regular training and development sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales skills
• Providing feedback to the marketing team on lead generation quality and campaign effectiveness
• Staying updated on industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic approaches
• Contributing to the refinement of sales pitches and materials based on prospect interactions and outcomes
• Actively listening to prospects during interactions to better understand their needs and tailor the sales approach
• Demonstrating creativity in outreach methods, such as using video prospecting and LinkedIn voice notes

Required Experience/Skills:

• Prior sales development experience, particularly in technology or cloud‑based services selling to technical engineering or FinOps Leaders, is highly advantageous
• Industry knowledge of cloud computing and financial management, or a willingness to learn
• A foundational understanding of CRM tools (HubSpot) to efficiently track and manage customer interactions and sales processes
• Proficiency in phone communication, prospecting, and interpersonal skills, crucial for engaging and building relationships with prospects
• Exceptional written and oral communication abilities, essential for effectively conveying the value of ProsperOps' solutions to potential clients
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage and interpret prospect data and sales opportunities
• A robust work ethic and the confidence to operate independently in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain robust relationships with the sales teams, marketing teams, and other departments we work with cross‑functionally
• Aptitude for multitasking and prioritizing workload to optimize efficiency and meet sales targets
• Effective listening skills to understand and respond to prospect needs, ensuring a tailored and impactful sales approach
• Excellent organizational skills to manage various tasks and responsibilities in a structured and efficient manner
• A motivated and results‑oriented mindset, driven to achieve and exceed sales goals and contribute to the company's success

ProsperOps, a Flexera company, is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for open roles regardless of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local/national laws, policies and/or regulations. ProsperOps understands the value that results from employing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We recognize that equity necessitates acknowledging past exclusion and that inclusion requires intentional effort. Our DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) council is the driving force behind our commitment to championing policies and practices that foster a welcoming environment for all. We encourage candidates requiring accommodations to please let us know by emailing [e-mail].

The cloud is incredibly powerful, but operating it cost effectively is complicated and time‑consuming. Our mission is to remove complexity and deliver savings outcomes so every business can prosper in the cloud. We’re a group of technologists and economics geeks who love solving problems and serving customers. Before founding ProsperOps, we started the AWS managed services business at Rackspace and grew it into one of the world’s largest AWS Premier Consulting Partners and a leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant. From serving thousands of customers at an MSP to running a SaaS company directly, we saw firsthand the importance of cost optimization, but also how hard it was to master. Doing it well requires a rare blend of finance and engineering expertise. Over the years, we’ve developed extensive experience with virtually every cost optimization solution, most of which overload users with recommendations and lack context to see the complete picture. DevOps and FinOps teams are smart—but busy—and in a world of increasingly complex and dynamic cloud environments, ongoing cloud economic optimization requires an approach that unifies the technical and financial worlds. We knew there had to be a better way—so we started ProsperOps. We build tooling and combine it with expertise to help you conquer cloud economics. We want your business to prosper in the cloud—not only by saving you money, but also by giving you time back to focus on more important things.