Sales Development Representative, Central

Okta • Chicago, IL

74d • $82,008 - $82,008

About The Position

Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we're looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We're building a world where Identity belongs to you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 6-12 months of prior business experience preferred
• A strong communicator, written and verbal - you know how to connect
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented - you take initiative and follow through
• Comfortable managing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Coachable - you're open to feedback and eager to grow
• Curious - you ask great questions and are always looking to learn
• Familiarity with sales tools like Salesforce, Outreach, and Sales Navigator is a plus

Responsibilities

• Research accounts and contacts to develop thoughtful outreach strategies using tools like Salesforce, Outreach, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator
• Collaborate with Marketing and Account Executives to plan and execute prospecting campaigns
• Engage inbound leads and perform outbound outreach to generate high-quality meetings and opportunities
• Conduct discovery conversations to understand business needs and tee up your Account Executives for success
• Hit your call, email, meeting, and pipeline goals - and have fun doing it, with team competitions, shout-outs, and ongoing support
• Keep your data organized and up-to-date in Salesforce
• Work with cross-functional partners to continuously improve how we connect with our customers

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid leave including PTO and parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees