Cleo

high-tech/software sales

SalesDevelopmentRepresentative

$65k+ Chicago, Illinois, United States Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Sales Development Representative at Cleo. Skills: Sales Development, AI tools, outbound activity, strategic prospecting. initiating sales cycles. developing millions of dollars in pipeline for our Sales Team through strategic prospecting and AI-powered outreach”

What You'll Achieve.

supporting the organization’s significant growth; identifying new opportunities for Cleo within prospective accounts; developing millions of dollars in pipeline; Consistently achieve or exceed monthly opportunity targets; Attain monthly outbound activity expectations

Industry & Context.

high tech/software sales
Problems you'll solve

ability to solve complex problems

Eligibility Requirements

Local candidates only, On-site

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

At least one year of related sales experience, Effective verbal and written communication skills, Focus on the positive and strive for continual improvement, Be results-oriented and driven to carve out a career path within the field of sales, Display a interest in supply chain trends and technology, including how AI and automation are reshaping B2B integration and logistics, Collaborate and operate well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, Be a quick learner with the ability to solve complex problems, Adhere to a work ethic and maintain a positive outlook, Enjoy learning about the IT / Software industry, Comfort using AI tools for prospecting, research, and communication to work smarter and maximize outbound output

Nice to Have

fluency in Cleo’s AI-driven ecosystem integration capabilities, develop the necessary skills to enjoy a future sales role here at Cleo

What You'll Do.

initiating sales cycles

developing millions of dollars in pipeline for our Sales Team through strategic prospecting and AI-powered outreach

Work in parallel with assigned Account Executive to identify and prospect in-market net new accounts

Generate new business opportunities through outbound campaign activities

including cold-calling

Collaborate with Marketing to drive necessary content creation and any other collateral that will assist in breaking through to targeted accounts

Continuously improve knowledge of products

and sales techniques to enhance sales development skills

Thoroughly qualify prospects to ensure there is a good fit between Cleo and prospective accounts

Inspire prospects and create a sense of urgency through clear articulation of Cleo’s value proposition and pain-based selling

Consistently achieve or exceed monthly opportunity targets

Attain monthly outbound activity expectations for dials

and total touches against targeted accounts

Leverage AI-powered intent data and buying signal platforms to prioritize the highest-propensity accounts and personalize outreach at scale

Effectively craft tailored messaging for specific accounts based on digital activity identified across multiple platforms

including AI-generated insights surfaced through Cleo’s sales tool stack

Use AI-assisted research and account intelligence tools (e. g.

or similar) to build hyper-targeted prospect lists and uncover relevant triggers before outreach

Become proficient in Cleo’s modern sales tech stack: sales engagement and nurturing platforms

AI-powered buying intent tools

and account-based orchestration platforms

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work in parallel with assigned Account Executive; Collaborate with Marketing; operate well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Communication Scope

Effective verbal and written communication skills; clear articulation of Cleo’s value proposition; tailored messaging

Full Job Description

At Cleo, we are not only passionate about helping our customers reach success, but we are also passionate about our team members. We foster innovation in a thriving, high-velocity work environment. Our team members are among the best and the brightest, working in an environment where strategy, technology, and marketing intersect to create amazing products. We are looking for builders, innovators, and fast-trackers to join our talented marketing and sales team. As a Sales Development Representative, you will play a critical role in supporting the organization’s significant growth while identifying new opportunities for Cleo within prospective accounts. Reporting to Cleo’s Manager of Sales Development, you will be tasked with initiating sales cycles and developing millions of dollars in pipeline for our Sales Team through strategic prospecting and AI-powered outreach. You will become a Cleo product expert, including fluency in Cleo’s AI-driven ecosystem integration capabilities and develop the necessary skills to enjoy a future sales role here at Cleo. This role will require a high level of outbound activity, organization, and smart use of AI tools to maximize your impact. If you are looking for a career in high-tech/software sales (not just another boring job), then this is the right role for you. What You Will Be Doing Work in parallel with assigned Account Executive to identify and prospect in-market net new accounts Generate new business opportunities through outbound campaign activities, including cold-calling, email, and social selling Collaborate with Marketing to drive necessary content creation and any other collateral that will assist in breaking through to targeted accounts Continuously improve knowledge of products, industry trends, and sales techniques to enhance sales development skills Thoroughly qualify prospects to ensure there is a good fit between Cleo and prospective accounts Inspire prospects and create a sense of urgency through clear articulatio

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