Business Development Representative (BDR) - Chicago

Summary

Torq is a cybersecurity company developing an AI-native autonomous SecOps platform for security teams. The Business Development Representative will generate new business opportunities, qualify leads, build prospect relationships, and help develop sales processes and account-based strategies.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads and build relationships by nurturing prospects and finding new potential sales outlets
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential customers and opportunities that ensure lead quality and quantity while qualifying and prioritizing inbound leads
• Conduct research on target accounts and industries to better understand their cybersecurity challenges and needs
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop and execute account-based sales strategies
• Use CRM software tools to track leads, opportunities, and activities
• Manage time effectively, meet personal goals, and work effectively with members of the assigned territory

Skills

• Applicants currently residing in the Greater Chicago area will be considered
• 3+ years of experience as an SDR/BDR
• Creative problem-solving approach and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to self-motivate, prioritize and manage unstructured time
• Preferably in a growth stage startup or a cyber security company
• Familiarity with CRM software (preferably Salesforce) and sales automation tools

Qualifications

Must Haves

• applicants currently residing in the Greater Chicago area will be considered
• 3+ years of experience as an SDR/BDR
• Creative problem-solving approach and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to self-motivate, prioritize and manage unstructured time

Nice to Haves

• preferably in a growth stage startup or a cyber security company
• Familiarity with CRM software (preferably Salesforce) and sales automation tools

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement