We are looking for a Strategic Business Development Representative (BDR) to support our Strategic Pod. This role is a critical part of the team, designed to enhance support for our Strategic Account Executives who work with our largest current and prospective customers. You will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth, acting as a key contact for customers, and helping to develop and qualify strategic opportunities.

As a Strategic BDR, you will not only help generate and qualify pipeline but also have the opportunity to close small expansion deals and manage renewals. This role would be a great fit for a BDR looking to step up their career and get exposure to closing deals. How you will spend your time:

• Pipeline Generation & Qualification: Source expansion opportunities within the existing strategic customer base and convert inbound and free team leads into qualified opportunities. Ensure all qualified opportunities meet full BANT criteria. • Customer Research & Messaging: Research strategic customers, craft tailored messaging, and assist with the development of strategic account plans. • Meeting & Relationship Building: Schedule meetings and build relationships with key stakeholders at our largest accounts. Act as an additional point of contact for both prospective and existing customers. • Deal Closing: Own and close smaller expansion deals and renewals, ensuring smooth handovers to Account Executives when necessary. • Demos & Presentations: Run demos and presentations to engage prospects and customers effectively. • Support AEs: Provide administrative and account management support to Strategic AEs to ensure customer success and timely renewals. • Industry Expert: Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and market developments to identify new opportunities and potential areas for expansion

About you:

• 1-3 years of experience in a sales development, business development, or similar role, preferably within SaaS or tech sales. • Proven track record of generating and qualifying pipeline and achieving your sales targets. • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders. • Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset, with a passion for driving business growth and exceeding targets • Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales automation tools is a plus • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving priorities and challenges

More than a job:

• Equity with high growth potential, and a competitive salary • Flexible working arrangements, we encourage you to create the best work blend while working from your home and the local SafetyCulture office • Access to professional and personal training and development opportunities • Hackathons, Workshops, Lunch & Learns • We encourage involvement in the community, open source work, attending talks and events, and experimenting with new technologies

Office Benefits:

• In-house Culinary Crew serving up daily breakfast, lunch and snacks • Barista coffee machine, craft beer on tap, boutique wines and a range of non-alcoholic beverages • Wellbeing initiatives such as subsidised fitness programs, EAP services and generous parental leave policy • Quarterly celebrations and team events, including the annual Shiplt global offsite • On-site gym, table tennis, board games, books library, and pet-friendly offices

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