Sales Development Associate

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach through email, phone, and professional networks; manage lead pipelines and schedule meetings for senior team members.
• Support inside sales, maintain accurate CRM records, and coordinate with alumni relations on community engagement goals.
• Prepare brief proposals, follow-up communications, and basic reports on lead conversion and relationship-building outcomes.

Qualifications

• Skills in inside sales and lead generation to identify, qualify, and nurture potential partners and sponsors.
• Strong communication, sales, and business development skills for outreach, initial negotiations, market exploration, and strategic collaborations.
• Prior sales or partnership experience is relevant, preferably in education, events, or non-profit sectors; CRM or sales tracking proficiency is relevant.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive, results-oriented mindset are sought.