Sales Development Representative (EST Time Zone)

RRD; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Employer discounts

Job summary

RRD is seeking a Sales Development Representative in Raleigh, NC to drive lead generation and appointment setting for our sales team. You will funnel qualified prospects to a Sales Executive, leveraging multiple outreach channels and Salesforce to maintain a robust pipeline.

This is a lead-generation role with no closing responsibilities, aligned to the East Time Zone. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in sales/telemarketing, strong communication, and the ability to work independently within a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales and telemarketing experience with an emphasis on cold calling.
• Associate degree preferred; high school diploma acceptable.
• Located in East Time Zone and willing to work in that region.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and set qualified appointments for a Sales Executive.
• Generate and manage a high-value sales pipeline.
• Use Salesforce for lead tracking and activity logging.
• Collaborate with the sales team to build target prospect lists.
• Transition leads to the sales team after the first discovery meeting.

Skills

Lead generation

Salesforce CRM

Communication skills

Time management

Prospecting techniques

Multi-channel outreach

Research skills

Objection handling

Self-motivated

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Description

The Sales Development Representative will be responsible for sales growth by setting qualified appointments with new clients. This role will funnel the leads to a sales representative to further qualify and close the sale. This position is purely a lead generation role and will not be responsible for further steps in the sales cycle.

Candidates in this role must be located on East Time Zone.

Responsibilities

• Leverage proven prospecting techniques to initiate contact with prospective new clients.
• Generate interest in a discovery meeting with an established RRD Sales Executive.
• Identify multiple contact points within a supplied list of targets and position the value proposition of our products and services to entice the prospect to learn more about RRD through a discovery meeting.
• Conduct online research to better understand the prospect and contact points’ business objectives to better position RRD services.
• Generate a high-value sales pipeline through both strategic and targeted prospecting.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop a list of target prospects.
• Develop and run a pipeline of prospects and provide top-class customer experience.
• Effectively & smoothly transition a lead to the sales team following the first discovery meeting.
• Actively utilize Salesforce for all activities related to Lead Generation.
• Meet with Sales Leaders to evaluate strategy.

Qualifications

• Preferred 2 Year / Associate Degree Associate's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field (Minimum High School or GED).
• 2+ years of sales and telemarketing experience with an emphasis on cold calling.

Skills and Certifications

• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding lead generation targets.
• Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and other sales technology tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex value propositions.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in prospecting techniques and lead-generation strategies.
• Experience using multiple channels for outreach, including email, phone, and social media.
• Strong research skills for identifying potential clients and understanding their business needs.
• Ability to handle objections and maintain a positive attitude in the face of rejection.
• Adaptability to changing market conditions and evolving sales strategies.
• Professional demeanor and a customer-focused approach to business development.

Additional Information

RRD's current salary range for this role is $45,300 to $65,300 / year. The salary range may be adjusted based on the applicable geographic location of the hired employee, and the range may change in the future. At RRD, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. Depending on the role, in addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program.

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• parental leave
• adoption assistance
• tuition assistance
• employer/partner discounts

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.