Business Development Representative (Atlanta, GA)

Vertical Cold Storage LLC•Big Sioux Township, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This person will be responsible within the sales team who is in charge of bringing new business opportunities, usually through cold email, cold calls, networking, and social selling. This person ensures the quality of leads while finding lucrative ventures for a business to undertake as it scales and expands. This person is often the first point of contact with potential customers. This position is an in-person role based in Atlanta, GA and requires regular on-site attendance. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

Exhibit skills to manage multiple priorities
Strong organization and problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task.
Ability to work in fast paced and dynamic environment
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Strong professional communication skills including ability to speak and write clearly in English
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
Must be able to utilize HubSpot software.
Excellent communication skills with ability to read and write English
Ability to travel approximately 10%
BA/BS preferred in Agricultural Business, Animal Science, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields preferred
Proven track record of successful sales and/or business development in food industry

Responsibilities

Actively manage call schedule in a time-efficient manner
Analyzing customer personas and target audience demographics to generate leads
Assisting with trade shows, Marketing Items, HubSpot KPIs, Social Media
Attending networking events to build and maintain professional relationships
Build and foster relationships with existing customers to create new opportunities for revenue growth
Collaborate with inter-company departments on sales projects.
Collaborating with sales teams to identify and convert prospective customers
Compiling lists of potential leads to contact with information
Developing and implementing email campaigns [https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-create-an-email-campaign] to attract new leads
Generate and develop new customer accounts through cold calling to increase revenue.
Keep the VP of Business Development updated on all business segment market conditions
Maintain accurate records, including sales call reports, expense reimbursement forms, and other documentation.
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry trends and developments that affect target markets
Maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity to portray the company in a positive manner.
Managing a company's inventory by sourcing new vendors
Mange long-term customer relationship development at multiple levels.
Performing research on competitors, consumer behavior, market trends, product developments and lead acquisition methods
Prospecting new customers to discuss services offered.
Scheduling meetings between the sales team and customer.
Stay current and knowledgeable of all competitors.
Travel as needed
Use internally generated reports to grow sales, increase profitability, and improve efficiencies.