Business Development Representative
The Business Development Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for generating and qualifying leads through outbound prospecting activities such as cold calling, emailing, and social media outreach. This role supports the sales team by scheduling meetings with qualified prospects and maintaining accurate CRM records, contributing to increased sales and market share. The position offers structured training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales (Engineering & Sciences Services).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Business Development Representative (BDR) to join a sales team focused on supporting engineering and sciences initiatives. This role is ideal for motivated, customer-focused candidates who want a career in B2B sales and lead generation within the engineering & sciences services market.
What You’ll Do
- Research and build targeted call lists using LinkedIn and other public resources.
- Conduct outbound prospecting — cold calls, emails, and social outreach — to generate qualified leads.
- Qualify inbound leads and identify opportunities for Confidential Client’s services.
- Schedule meetings for the sales team and attend hand-off meetings as needed.
- Maintain accurate prospect and activity records in the CRM.
- Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to refine outreach strategies and messaging.
- Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly lead-generation targets.
- Learn the company’s services, industry trends, and competitive landscape to increase sales and market share.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 0.5–1+ years of sales, customer service, or related experience preferred (internships or collegiate sales experience count).
- Demonstrated interest in a career in B2B sales.
- Comfortable with cold outreach and persistent follow-up.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Must be able to work fully onsite in Dublin, OH.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range (posted): $45,000 — $45,000 per year (range provided in source posting; final offer will depend on qualifications, experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors).
- Initial base salary after paid training: $55,000 (per source).
- Performance-based bonuses up to $1,200/month (per source).
- Benefits: healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k).
- Time off: 20 days paid time off (accrued per year).
- Other perks: cell phone allowance after year one, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement program, monthly wellness calls.
Note: The listed pay range reflects the source posting for this specific location (Dublin, OH). Offers will be consistent with applicable U.S. pay-transparency and anti-discrimination laws.
Training & Career Growth
- Structured onboarding with role-plays, job shadows, and coach-backed teach-backs.
- Ongoing formal and informal mentorship programs.
- Culture of internal promotion and cross-functional mobility — opportunities to advance into leadership, account management, or delivery roles.
Location & Work Type
- Worksite: Fully onsite in Dublin, OH (Dublin, OH, 43016).
- Employment type: Full-time, permanent.
- Application timeline (source): Position anticipated to close Aug 31, 2026.
If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the recruiting process, please contact Careertakes for further instructions so the client can evaluate and respond.
Why Join
- Fast-paced entry to B2B sales with structured support and measurable upside.
- Direct coaching and a development path in sales for engineering and sciences customers.
- Clear performance incentives and a benefits package that supports health and professional growth.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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