Business Development Representative

Title: Business Development Representative

Locations:

• Maple Plains, MN

Duration: Permanent

Must Haves:

• 0-3 years of experience in Business Development, Sales Development, Recruiting, Customer Success, or a related client-facing role
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable making outbound cold calls and initiating conversations with business leaders.
• Highly organized with strong time management skills.
• Competitive, ambitious, and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Experience utilizing CRM systems such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms preferred.

Plusses:

• Experience selling SaaS, ERP, Manufacturing Technology, Automation Solutions, or Industrial Software.
• Exposure to manufacturing, automotive, industrial engineering, or operational business environments.
• Familiarity with consultative sales methodologies and lead qualification frameworks.

Job Description:

Insight Global is searching for a Business Development Representative. We are seeking a highly motivated Business Development Representative (BDR) to drive new business opportunities within the manufacturing and industrial technology sector. This individual will be responsible for generating qualified sales opportunities through outbound prospecting, relationship building, and strategic engagement with manufacturing leaders. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys speaking with customers, and is motivated by career growth in software, technology, and industrial solutions sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute high-volume outbound prospecting activities through phone calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other sales channels.
• Identify and engage decision makers within manufacturing organizations, including Operations Managers, Plant Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Continuous Improvement Leaders, and Executive Leadership.
• Qualify prospective customers by uncovering business challenges, operational pain points, and technology needs.
• Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives and Sales Leaders.
• Maintain accurate records of prospect interactions, pipeline activity, and sales progression within CRM platforms.
• Develop and nurture relationships with prospects through consistent follow-up and value-based communication.
• Meet and exceed weekly and monthly KPIs related to outreach, meetings booked, and pipeline generation.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales leadership to continuously improve outreach strategies and messaging.

Compensation:

$50,000 to $85,000 per year annual salary. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role include: Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.