Sales Development Representative

As a Sales Development Representative at Assembled, your main responsibilities will include generating high-quality sales leads, booking meetings with outbound leads, and achieving daily and monthly outbound goals for cold calls and email outreach. You'll also conduct market research, develop strategies to penetrate target accounts, and work closely with Account Executives and marketing personnel to implement effective lead generation efforts.

To apply for the Sales Development Representative position at Assembled, you should have strong written and oral communication skills, a keen interest in technology, and a desire to start a career in tech sales. While 0-2+ years of experience in a customer-facing role is preferred, Assembled is open to candidates who are new to the workforce and demonstrate a strong work ethic and competitive spirit.

The Sales Development Representative role at Assembled is vital for generating the initial sales leads that will create a robust pipeline for the company. By effectively engaging potential clients and collaborating with Account Executives, you'll help drive business growth and establish Assembled’s presence in the tech market.

As a Sales Development Representative at Assembled, you can expect a hybrid work model that combines in-office days with remote work. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate in-person with teammates in lively office spaces, while also enjoying the flexibility that remote work offers. The company fosters a supportive and energetic environment, encouraging both teamwork and individual initiative.

Assembled provides an attractive benefits package for its Sales Development Representatives, including generous medical, dental, and vision benefits, unlimited time off, paid parental leave, and monthly credits for professional development and wellness. Additionally, you'll benefit from catered lunches, snacks, beverages in the office, and the opportunity to participate in a 401(k) plan.

Express your passion for sales and the tech industry, emphasizing how meeting new people and helping them find solutions energizes you. Discuss any previous experiences that ignited this motivation.

Discuss your organizational strategies, such as using a CRM to manage leads, setting reminders for follow-ups, and focusing on high-potential opportunities to ensure no lead is overlooked.

Take this opportunity to describe a specific instance where your outreach efforts led to a meeting or successful conversion. Highlight what strategies you used and the outcome.

Explain your methodology for research, whether it involves analyzing industry trends, utilizing social media platforms like LinkedIn, or leveraging databases to locate key decision-makers.

Articulate how communication and interpersonal skills play a crucial role in building relationships with prospects and establishing trust, which are vital for successful sales outreach.

Demonstrate your conflict resolution skills by outlining how you would remain calm, listen actively to their concerns, and work to find a solution that addresses their needs without compromising your objectives.

Discuss techniques such as segmenting your target audience, utilizing templated messages that can be customized, and using data to enhance personalization without losing efficiency.

Share examples of how you’ve worked collaboratively in past roles, emphasizing communication, shared goals, and how teamwork led to increased success in your outreach strategies.

Talk about your mindset and techniques for coping with rejection, such as viewing it as a learning opportunity, maintaining a positive attitude, and setting daily goals that keep you driven.

Mention any specific sales tools, CRM platforms, or market research software you’ve used in the past, along with how they have contributed to making your outreach more effective.