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We are looking for a passionate and motivated Sales Development Representative with a love for selling and a tenacious and methodical approach to prospecting.
Job Responsibility:
Create a fantastic first impression with prospects and customers while building pipeline for Account Executives
Follow up and qualify inbound requests and MQLs, via the telephone and email, for scientific fit
Organize, categorize, and prioritize sales leads in Salesforce and measure lead conversion and performance against quota
Leverage prospecting tools to research companies and identify key decision makers at new accounts
Develop customized pitches for different target accounts and personas
Work with Account Executives to drive outbound prospecting activities, including cold calling, emailing, and communicating our value proposition to decision makers
Work with the field marketing and sales teams to drive attendance at Benchling field events such as executive dinners and happy hours
Staff tradeshows and follow-up on leads collected at the Benchling booth
Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in life sciences required (e.g. molecular biology, biotechnology, biomedical engineering, biochemistry), Postgraduate welcomed
Recent graduate or 1-2 years of internship / work experience in a Sales Development Representative, Business Development Representative function. Alternatively, strong interest in SDR role with some prior life sciences experience
Passionate about Benchling’s mission and the acceleration of life sciences research
Not afraid to pick up the phone and cold call
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Persistent, self-motivated, and willing to go beyond strict job responsibilities
Driven to meet/exceed goals with a proven history of consistent high achievement
Gritty and resourceful
Methodical and disciplined work ethic
What we offer:
Competitive salary and equity
Broad range of medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their dependents
Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits
Four months of fully paid parental leave
401(k) + Employer Match
Commuter benefits for in-office employees and a generous home office set up stipend for remote employees
Mental health benefits, including therapy and coaching, for employees and their dependents