Sales Development Representative - Contract

Description & Requirements

We are seeking a results-focused Sales Development Representative to join our team. As an integral part of the Bloomberg Live team, you will play a pivotal role in driving direct ticket sales for executive conferences in technology, entertainment, and finance and strong, qualified leads for potential event sponsorship.

You will execute against commercial event strategy, ensuring consistent delivery against goals. Effectively communicate each event's features, benefits, and unique selling points to demonstrate value to potential attendees, address inquiries and FAQs, and assist with ticket purchases. Continuously assess and refine sales tactics to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with teams in marketing, editorial, sales and production on campaigns.

Establish a strong pipeline of qualified event sponsorship leads through proactive identification and outreach to prospects through various channels, including phone, email, and social media. Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) tools to track and manage pipeline. Stay informed about market trends, customer feedback, and campaign performance to adapt sales strategies as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in corporate conferences, events, or entertainment, with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and establish lasting relationships with customers
• Self-starter with a goal-oriented mindset, able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Proficiency in using CRM software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of corporate subject matters, such as entertainment, technology and finance is a plus

Pay

Salary Range = 34 - 37 USD Hourly

Benefits

The Company offers a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.