Chicago Sales Development Representative at BrightEdge in Chicago, IL

Summary: BrightEdge is a leading enterprise SEO and content performance platform that helps companies understand how their digital content drives real business results. The Sales Development Representative will be responsible for sourcing, qualifying, and setting new customer demos for the Senior Sales Team to close, while developing search engine marketing knowledge through mentorship and sales training. Responsibilities: - Develop and execute on cold calling and email campaign strategies to qualify potential customers as a match for our SaaS technology - Qualify outbound opportunities and develop a strong demo pipeline for Account Executives via phone and email communications - Meet weekly and monthly qualified opportunity goals to ensure company revenue objectives are met - Complete advanced sales and SEO certifications - Empower and assist leading Fortune 1000 companies with SEO technology - Learn and maintain in-depth knowledge of the BrightEdge technology, industry trends, and competition Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree with a strong academic background required - Passion for technology and possess a high level of integrity - Strong communication, analytic, and listening skills, with a positive approach - Self-starter and hardworking, with a track record of success and drive for achievement Preferred Qualifications: - Sales training, pre-call planning, or salesforce.com software experience is a plus Required Skills: Sales Development, SEO knowledge Important Skills: Salesforce.com experience, Cold calling Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytic skills, Listening skills, Hardworking Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple package options, 15-23 days PTO depending on tenure plus 10 paid holidays, Pre-tax commuter benefit plan and company contribution to help reduce parking/public transit costs, Discounted gym membership and fitness benefits, No or low cost therapy and professional coaching sessions through Spring Health, 4-6 weeks fully paid parental leave, Pet wellness and insurance plans to keep your furry family healthy