Business Development Representative

Business Development Representative

The focus for the Business Development Representative is creating additional pipeline opportunities for the Logistics organization in a complex selling model. This position will be responsible for collaborating with Directors of Business Development (DBD) and Business Development Managers (BDM). They will conduct outbound prospecting on targeted accounts and engage with senior level decision makers regarding Ryder's value proposition and Supply Chain Services. They will have targets and metrics to achieve.

Essential Functions

Identify C-level decision makers and key influencers within the targeted accounts and strategize with DBD / BDM on sales approaches. Primary resource for researching / prospecting of new business opportunities within the Top Targeted Accounts. Utilize outbound calls, email and social media tools such as LinkedIn to reach appropriate decision makers. Uncover customer needs through effective discovery questions.

Quick follow-up on leads from 3rd party provider. Conduct needs assessment and validate the opportunity utilizing the BANT processbudget, authority, needs, timing.

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain a high level of call volume and touch points to uncover customer needs, educate and develop prospects regarding Ryder's solutions within Supply Chain vertical markets, Last Mile, ECOM and Dedicated. Maintain an organized contact strategy for nurturing accounts. Copious note taking and documentation in Salesforce. Track all lead activity and stages of sales cycle. Interact with marketing dept. to update regularly on quality and status of leads. Research accounts to prepare for C-level conversations. Strengthen skills to become a successful Supply Chain expert. Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate via phone and email to clearly articulate solutions, goals, objectives, internally and externally. Demonstrate sales aptitude, assertive, persistent, good listener, self-motivated, excellent closing skills. Excellent organizational skills. Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills. Detail oriented. Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty. Aptitude for acquiring selling skills and complex solutions knowledge. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Ability to use technology and self-motivated to accurately research and engage customers to identify future opportunities. A strong collaborator. Proactive and willing to bring forward concerns and speak up. Excellent systems literacy knowledge and computer skills MS office, excel, word, internet, SFDC advanced required. Understanding of outsourcing, supply chain and complex solution offerings preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in business / supply chain or related field. Two (2) years or more in solution sales or supply chain operations. 2+ years selling or prospecting complex solutions over the phone. required. Excellent systems literacy knowledge and computer skills MS office, excel, word, internet, SFDC advanced required. Understanding of outsourcing, supply chain and complex solution offerings preferred.

Travel - 1-10%

DOT Regulated - No

Job Category : Inside Sales

Compensation Information : The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data / ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and / or long-term incentive plan based on the level and / or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below :

Pay Type : Salaried

Minimum Pay Range : 60,000

Maximum Pay Range : 60,000

Benefits Information : For all Full-time positions only : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Important Note : Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and / or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. Security Notice for Applicants : Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com / careers . Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.