Sales Development Associate (2025-2026 Graduates)

Gartner • Irving, TX

8d • $43,000 - $47,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

About the Sales Development Program Are you driven by results and achieving goals? Have a passion for problem solving? You’ve come to the right place. We’re seeking sales associates to join our Global Business Sales or Global Technology Sales team. You’ll be part of a fast-paced, dynamic team providing the highest level of sales support in procuring C-level individuals in some of the world’s most successful companies as potential new clients. You’ll apply strategic thinking and relationship building to help get executives on board to solve the most pressing business challenges affecting Fortune 500 executives from around the globe. You will understand their critical initiatives, align Gartner research and expertise, and help Gartner maintain its growth by ensuring strong business development of new clients. Upon joining Gartner, you will be aligned to one of two pathways – Account Management (AMX) or Business Development (BDX) where you will then be aligned with one or more Sales Executives. After successful completion of the Sales Development Program, you will have the opportunity to be promoted into a quota bearing role on one of our Sales teams. What you will do: Partner with Sales Executives to create customized strategic plans for sales territories, with a goal of supporting their monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets. Successful participation and completion of the sales development program training curriculum within 15 months. Generate leads by prospecting potential clients, identify new sales opportunities with existing clients, and qualifying inbound leads. Research prospective and existing companies, C-Level executives, business trends, and competitive intelligence to prepare relevant and tailored outreach to secure meetings. Proactively schedule calls with prospective and existing clients via phone, email, LinkedIn, and cold calling. Educate prospects and clients on the value of Gartner’s renowned products and services. Shadow and/or own calls with aligned Sales Executive. Support follow up actions to enable pipeline progression and drive client engagement. What You Will Get Extensive support: work closely with and learn from colleagues, mentors, and managers. Make an impact: the ability to do meaningful real-life work and learn executives’ priorities and opportunities. Meet great people: collaborate with like-minded, goal-oriented peers and mentors who are always there to help. Be empowered: join an organization that allows associates to reach their full potential in an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities. Have fun: socialize with other interns around the globe. Fuel your future: develop your skill set as you look ahead to your future career.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (all majors welcome)
• Relevant work or internship in sales or customer service
• Unmatched ability to establish credibility with senior-level executives
• Advanced computer and internet search skills
• Varsity-level communication, writing, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to plan and prioritize daily tasks/responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure
• Collaborating with others to overcome challenges

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales Executives to create customized strategic plans for sales territories, with a goal of supporting their monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets.
• Successful participation and completion of the sales development program training curriculum within 15 months.
• Generate leads by prospecting potential clients, identify new sales opportunities with existing clients, and qualifying inbound leads.
• Research prospective and existing companies, C-Level executives, business trends, and competitive intelligence to prepare relevant and tailored outreach to secure meetings.
• Proactively schedule calls with prospective and existing clients via phone, email, LinkedIn, and cold calling.
• Educate prospects and clients on the value of Gartner’s renowned products and services.
• Shadow and/or own calls with aligned Sales Executive.
• Support follow up actions to enable pipeline progression and drive client engagement.

Benefits

• Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
• In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.
• Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay.
• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 43,000 USD - 47,000 USD.
• In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan.
• We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees