Job Requisition ID #24WD84116Position OverviewThe Business Development Representative (BDR) is an integral part of Autodesk's sales team, tasked with driving the initial stages of the sales funnel. This position focuses on engaging prospective customers by responding promptly to inbound inquiries, qualifying leads, educating prospects, and scheduling meetings for Sales Representatives. The BDR ensures a robust pipeline of leads, supporting Autodesk’s growth by transforming prospects into opportunities through proactive outreach and strategic communication.Location - This position is hybrid with some work from home opportunities. The preferred location for this position is Denver, Colorado.Responsibilities
Respond to Inquiries: Engage with prospective customers through email, chat, and phone calls. Ensure timely and informative responses to inbound inquiries about Autodesk products
Qualify Leads: Assess the needs and pain points of prospects to gauge their level of interest in Autodesk solutions. Use this information to qualify leads and identify those with the potential for conversion
Educate Prospects: Provide clear and concise details on Autodesk’s product features and value proposition, guiding prospects through the initial sales process and preparing them for further engagement
Schedule Meetings: Arrange appointments and meetings for Sales Representatives and Executives, facilitating the transition from lead qualification to deal closure
Build and Maintain Pipeline: Proactively develop and sustain a pipeline of leads, ensuring consistent follow-up and nurturing practices to maintain engagement and interest
Achieve Outreach Targets: Consistently meet or exceed outreach goals, including the number of calls, emails, and meetings booked, contributing to the team’s sales objectives
Record Keeping: Maintain comprehensive and accurate notes and records of all prospect interactions in the CRM. This ensures data integrity, proper tracking of leads, and facilitates informed strategic decisions
Team Collaboration: Participate actively in team meetings, offer insights, and collaborate with colleagues to refine and enhance outbound sales strategies
Minimum Qualifications
1+ year of experience in a business development or sales role, ideally in SaaS or construction tech
Experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) is a plus
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A positive, solution-oriented mindset
As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways
Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative
Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions
Determines methods and procedures on new assignments. May be informal team leader
Preferred Qualifications
1-3 Years of experience in a business development or sales role
Experience with Salesforce.com CRM software
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