Sales Development Representative – New Grad

The Tone

This is a full-time role at Flexport, located in Chicago. Flexport builds global trade solutions, powered by innovative technology and exceptional people, aiming to make global commerce easier for companies of all sizes. In this role, you will help win new business by identifying and qualifying sales opportunities, contributing to the company’s exponential growth and pivotal role in global trade. You will join a team that is shaping the future of a $10T industry and connecting clients across 100+ countries.

• Role:
  Early Career
• Type:
  Full-time
• Location:
  
  In-person, Chicago, IL
• Pay: $55000 yearly
• Team:
  Sales Team
• Mission:
  Identify and qualify new sales opportunities to connect businesses with Flexport’s global trade solutions.

• Opportunity Identification:
  Identify and qualify new inbound sales opportunities for Flexport.
• Marketing
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner closely with marketing in developing, testing, and implementing new inbound funnels.
• Strategic Prioritization:
  Work with Account Executives to identify and prioritize strategic opportunities within your market segment.
• Value Demonstration:
  Demonstrate the value of Flexport’s offering through phone calls, email, and other social mediums.
• Sales Skill Acquisition:
  Shadow Account Executives in meetings and other activities to acquire skills for future roles on the Flexport sales team.

• Background:
  Entry-Level. Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or 1+ year of relevant experience. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Core domain knowledge includes understanding how to explain Flexport’s value proposition in global trade.
• Experience:
  
  1+ year of relevant experience is preferred, otherwise, suitable for new graduates.
• Skills:
  
  Excellent communication, strong interpersonal skills, effective organizational ability, proficiency in cold-calling prospects, and a “compliance first” attitude.