Sales Development Representatives - Channel Distribution - USA
Vizrt · Seattle, WA · Yesterday
HybridFull-time
About the role
The Sales Development Representative (SDR) - Channel Distribution serves as a dedicated pipeline development and demand generation resource aligned with Vizrt's distributor partner, operating as an embedded extension of the distributor's sales and marketing organization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a dedicated sales development resource aligned to the distributor, exclusively focused on generating qualified pipeline opportunities within Vizrt's Channel Territory for the distributor.
- Build and maintain a consistent pipeline of qualified opportunities related to the extended TriCaster portfolio across the assigned territory.
- Identify, research, and engage target end-customer organizations aligned with Vizrt's Channel Territory and the distributor's focus segments.
- Work closely with the distributor and their channel resellers to identify potential opportunities within their installed base and prospect accounts.
- Support outbound prospecting initiatives coordinated with the distributor and their reseller partners.
- Engage directly with the distributor's reseller partners, in alignment with the distributor, to stimulate demand and uncover new opportunities.
- Help activate the distributor's reseller ecosystem by supporting prospecting initiatives, outreach programs, and targeted campaigns.
- Work collaboratively with distributor to prioritize strategic reseller partners and target accounts.
- Identify opportunities to introduce TriCaster solutions into both new organizations and existing accounts served by the distributor's partners in Vizrt's Channel Territory.
- In alignment with the distributor, proactively engage end-customers to generate interest, validate market demand, and uncover additional opportunities for reseller partners.
- Engage and qualify inbound leads originating from marketing campaigns, events, website inquiries, and distributor or reseller referrals.
- Conduct structured discovery conversations to assess opportunity potential and alignment with the TriCaster portfolio.
- Qualify leads using established frameworks (e.g., BANT or similar) before routing qualified opportunities to the distributor and appropriate reseller partners.
- Ensure all qualified opportunities are aligned with the distributor's sales motion.
- Support demand generation programs coordinated with the distributor's marketing initiatives and campaigns.
- Assist in executing outreach sequences aligned with distributor marketing activities and reseller programs.
- Collaborate with distributor and Vizrt marketing teams to support webinars, events, and targeted vertical campaigns.
- Help activate reseller participation in marketing initiatives designed to drive demand for TriCaster solutions.
- Provide insights from interactions with prospects and end-customers, to help refine targeting, messaging, and campaign effectiveness.
- Nurture early-stage opportunities until they are ready to be actively pursued by the distributor and their reseller partners.
- Ensure qualified opportunities are effectively transitioned to the appropriate distributor or reseller sales teams.
- Support early-stage opportunity progression through coordination with the distributor and relevant Vizrt internal resources.
- Contribute to consistent sell-through pipeline generation and revenue growth through the distributor's channel ecosystem.
Requirements
- Proven track record in lead generation and qualification, ideally in a Sales Development Representative (SDR) or similar role.
- Ability to engage effectively within distributor-led and multi-partner sales environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage channel partners and end-customers while clearly articulating value propositions.
- Strong research and prospecting skills to quickly identify and qualify new opportunities.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to track, measure, and report on key sales and pipeline metrics.
- Strong organizational, program management, and time management skills.
- Skilled at relationship building and objection handling, with persistence and resilience in a sales environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- Fluent in English (Spanish is an advantage).
Skills & Qualifications
- Required:
- Proven track record in lead generation and qualification, ideally in a Sales Development Representative (SDR) or similar role.
- Ability to engage effectively within distributor-led and multi-partner sales environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage channel partners and end-customers while clearly articulating value propositions.
- Strong research and prospecting skills to quickly identify and qualify new opportunities.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to track, measure, and report on key sales and pipeline metrics.
- Strong organizational, program management, and time management skills.
- Skilled at relationship building and objection handling, with persistence and resilience in a sales environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- Fluent in English (Spanish is an advantage).
- Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Experience working within a channel-driven or distributor-led sales model.
- Exposure to ProAV, live production technology, or broadcast markets.
- Experience using CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, NetSuite) and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with structured sales qualification frameworks (e.g., BANT).
Key Attributes
- High energy and enthusiasm with a goal-oriented mindset focused on driving pipeline and revenue growth.
- Self-starter with strong time management, able to prioritize effectively and work independently.
- High integrity and strong work ethic, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
- Channel-first mindset with the ability to build and collaborate effectively with partner ecosystems.
- Ability to operate as a seamless extension of distributor and partner organizations.
- Comfortable working across distributed teams and multi-partner environments.
- Data-driven mindset focused on measurable pipeline development and partner activation.
- Collaborative, adaptable, and effective in fast-paced sales environments.
Benefits
Affordable health insurance, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.