Business Development Executive

Posted:
7/15/2024, 10:12:09 AM

Location(s):
Canton, Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Massachusetts, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Sales & Account Management

Are you looking to accelerate your career without having to hide your authentic self - a place where you can be you? A career that’s making a bigger impact on the world?  At OneDigital, we are on a mission to help people do their best work and live their best lives.  From the services we offer to the way we show up for each other each day, we are fueling dreams, achieving big goals, and embracing each other’s truest selves.

We understand that pursuing a new job is a big deal.  Maybe you’re afraid you won’t fit in.  Well, here’s the good news.  For us, the days of “fit in to get in” are over and being different is not a barrier to getting ahead. Greatness comes in all shapes, sizes, colors, and experience levels. If you are looking for a people-first culture that is wired for growth, driven to serve, and totally committed to having your back, give us a shot. Your best life awaits.

Our Newest Opportunity: 

The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for developing new business opportunities and closing sales to achieve established annual sales goals.  The BDE works closely and in partnership with Business Development Associates and/or marketing team to identify and cultivate leads, as well as effectively close business. Effective communication, listening, and strategic selling skills are critical to success. 

Responsibilities:

  • Identifies, prospects and closes new business via referrals, networking sources, and organic prospect meetings
  • Works closely with BDA’s and/or marketing team to strategically nurture and cultivate prospects
  • Closes sales and meets or exceeds aggressive quarterly and annual revenue goals
  • Builds rapport and business relationships quickly and effectively via face-to-face and phone, social media, blogs, and other thought leadership opportunities
  • Educates prospects on business trends, compliance, products evolution, and company value proposition
  • Manages sales pipeline and sales activities via company database (Microsoft CRM)
  • Attends association events and meetings based on targeted verticals
  • Establishes vendor relationships and develop referral sources
  • Seeks opportunities for speaking engagements with select association verticals

Requirements:

  • Must possess the ability to forecast opportunities and penetrate new business on a daily basis
  • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to articulate the company’s value proposition and capabilities
  • Must be PC proficient and familiar with database applications, Microsoft Office, and contact management tools
  • Have a great attitude, strong work ethic, be ethical, and punctual
  • Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Possess highly effective consultative selling skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Organizational skills and ability to multi-task prioritize and achieve sales objectives

Experience:

  • 7+ years’ experience with lead and sales generation, preferred; 5+ years’, required 
  • 3+ years’ sales experience in employee benefits, insurance, brokerage, or related field, required
  • Knowledge of group health, ancillary and benefits administration products, required
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferred

Your base pay is dependent upon your skills, education, qualifications, professional experience, and location. In addition to base pay, some roles are eligible for variable compensation, commission, and/or annual bonus based on your individual performance and/or the company’s performance. We also offer eligible employees health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits, paid time off, overtime pay for non-exempt employees, and robust learning and development programs. You will receive reimbursement of job-related expenses per the company policy and may receive employee perks and discounts.

To learn more, visit: www.onedigital.com/careers

Thank you for your interest in joining the OneDigital team!