Business Development Associate Technomic Chicago Office-Based
Business Development Associate Technomic Chicago Office-Based
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Job Description
- This role pays between $55000 $65000 USD based on experience plus commission.
- Must be tied to our Informa Office in Chicago IL.
- The job posting will expire on May 9 2025.
About Us
Technomic a division of Informa Connect is the premier provider of datadriven insights for the foodservice and alcoholic beverage industries. Our comprehensive research platforms deliver unparalleled intelligence on restaurants beverages and market trends that drive industry success.
The Opportunity
Were seeking an ambitious resultsdriven Business Development Associate to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders and shape the future of foodservice intelligence.
What Youll Do
- Drive new business development through strategic prospecting and lead generation
- Execute targeted outreach campaigns via phone email and social media
- Conduct discovery calls and coordinate product demonstrations
- Partner with Business Development Managers to achieve revenue targets
- Research and identify highpotential opportunities within assigned territories
- Customize communication strategies to showcase our solutions value proposition
What Youll Bring
- 1 years of experience in Business Development Sales Development or similar role
- Proven track record in outbound prospecting and lead generation
- Strong phone presence and confidence in cold calling
- Excellence in fastpaced environments
- Selfmotivated attitude with a growth mindset
- Sharp business acumen and quick thinking abilities
Why Technomic
- Work with industry leaders in foodservice and beverage sectors
- Access to cuttingedge market intelligence and research
- Collaborative highenergy work environment
- Clear path for career advancement
- Opportunity to impact major players in the food and beverage industry
Impact
Your role will be instrumental in connecting industry leaders with the insights they need to drive growth and innovation in the foodservice sector.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications
- Experience as a Business Development Representative (BDR) Sales Development Representative (SDR) or equivalent role
- Demonstrated proficiency with lead generation platforms:
- LinkedIn Sales Navigator
- Salesloft
- Salesforce
- Other industrystandard prospecting tools
- Expert in CRM software for tracking conversations opportunities and metrics
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong foundation in foodservice and retail industry knowledge
Key Attributes
- Selfmotivated professional who thrives both independently and in team settings
- Natural curiosity about foodservice trends and market dynamics
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Datadriven approach to prospecting and lead qualification
- Excellence in relationship building and strategic communication
Technical Skills
- CRM management and reporting
- Sales automation tools
- Digital prospecting platforms
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Outlook
This role offers the perfect blend of independence and collaboration ideal for a driven professional looking to advance in foodservice industry sales.
Additional Information :
We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Heres some of what you can expect when you join us. But dont just take our word for it see what our colleagues have to say at .
Our benefits include:
- Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and we support a range of working patterns
- Great community: a welcoming culture with inperson and online social events our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
- Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with charity match funding available too
- Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning mentoring platforms and ondemand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When its time for the next step we encourage and support internal job moves
- Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years plus 10 national holidays a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost! anywhere for up to four weeks a year
- Competitive benefits including a 401k match parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15 discount
- Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance mental health first aiders free access to a wellness app and more
- Recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programs
- As an international company the chance to collaborate with teams around the world
Were not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most although not all of the skills and experience listed we welcome your application.
At Informa youll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
