Sales Development Representative

What you’ll do here:

• Generate interest and impactful client meetings, yielding a robust sales opportunity pipeline.
• Follow up and qualify respondents from various marketing programs.
• Drive quality outreach activities, including calls, emails, and Linked In interactions.
• Research institutions to identify influencers, decision makers, and business goals to position Cengage offerings.
• Nurture and manage leads until they are sales‑ready, providing your sales partners with qualified opportunities.
• Track all activity in our CRM system to support account management teams.

• Working knowledge of MS Office applications and internet navigation.
• A self‑starter attitude with a competitive, goal‑focused perspective.
• Outstanding organization and communication skills, with a passion for planning, prioritizing, and goal setting.
• An intrinsic motivation to improve every day through continuous development and training.
• Professional persistence and the ability to "think on your feet" to build rapport and compose compelling client interactions.

Cengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.

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At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees.  to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range. $21.00 - $28.00 USD