Business Development Associate (Evanston)

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We are looking for an entry-level sales person responsible for cold calling and setting new appointments for the sales team (60% of time), developing lead lists (20% of time), following-up with leads (15% of time) and preparing sales presentations (5% of time). We are looking for someone who loves the phone and is able to set at least 4 appointments/week.

Must Have the Following Personal Characteristics:
* Again, this person loves the phone & talking with people
* Self-motivated
* Be honest and transparent

Requirements:
* Experience using MS Excel & Word
* Exceptional cold calling, networking, and business development skills
* Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and in a team environment
* Strong ability for lead generation
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills ?
* High degree of organizational skills
* Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Skills (not required):
* Experience using Salesforce, Jangomail & Jigsaw
* Advertising or Internet Marketing experience

Responsibilities:
* Prospecting and setting new appointments for sales team
* Entering and tracking leads in Salesforce
* Developing lead lists utilizing social media tools; Linkedin, Twitter & Facebook. . .
* Follow-up with prospects
* Coordinate new appointments with sales team schedules
* Assisting sales team to prepare presentations

Compensation and Benefits:
* Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission (Salary based on experience & commission is based on set appointments)
* One block from the CTA Purple Line & Metra -- Davis stop
* Awesome loft space and fun work environment
* Medical benefits
* Paid holidays and vacation time

About SIM Partners:
SIM Partners is a digital marketing agency who believes that great people make a great business. We strive to build a family spirit among individuals within our company as well as with our clients and believe that this is the basis for all successes. We are currently expanding our business development team and offer an energetic and collaborative environment with excellent opportunity for professional growth.

For immediate consideration, please include your resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hiring Organization: SIM Partners

Location: EvanstonCompensation: Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission (Salary based on experience & Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

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