Business Development Representative I

525 TECHNOLOGIES • Montgomery, AL

6d • $40,000 - $55,000

About The Position

525 Technologies is seeking a motivated, results-driven Business Development Representative to identify potential customers, generate new business opportunities, and schedule qualified meetings for the sales team. The position focuses on K–12 and higher education. The representative researches prospects, conducts outreach, introduces the company’s products and services, qualifies leads, and maintains prospect information and follow-up activities in HubSpot CRM. The role collaborates with sales leadership to support business development goals.

525 Technologies provides IT support, structured cabling, security cameras, access control, audiovisual solutions, technology equipment, and professional services to educational institutions.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfort making cold calls and initiating conversations.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Willingness to learn about technology products and services.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in sales, business development, or customer service.
• Experience with HubSpot or other CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective customers and key decision-makers.
• Conduct outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach to generate leads.
• Introduce potential customers to 525 Technologies’ products and services.
• Identify customer needs, upcoming projects, and purchasing opportunities.
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate prospect information and follow-up activities in HubSpot CRM.
• Build relationships with prospective customers through consistent follow-up.
• Collaborate with sales leadership to support business development goals.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed