Sales Development Lead

Yahara Software

$80K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of B2B sales experience in acquiring or expanding new accounts.
  • Consultative selling skills with the ability to engage multiple organizational levels.
  • Self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong consensus-building abilities among diverse stakeholder priorities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Familiarity with procurement processes and vendor evaluation criteria.
  • Experience in Transportation or Biohealth sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Drive client acquisition through effective prospecting and networking.
  • Identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling existing clients.
  • Analyze client business challenges and align solutions accordingly.
  • Assist throughout the sales cycle, from lead qualification to contract closure.
  • Coordinate internal resources to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
  • Maintain an updated pipeline of prospective clients and manage relationship follow-ups.
  • Participate in networking events and trade shows to enhance client relationships.

Benefits

  • Over 20 days of PTO available in the first year.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • 401(k) plan with guaranteed company match.
  • 100% company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • On-site gym access and wellness amenities.
  • Flexible work schedules with remote options and home office stipends.
  • Recognition awards and bonus certification programs for career development.
  • Team volunteer opportunities supported by the company.
  • Collaborative company culture emphasizing employee well-being.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:
We're looking for a driven
Sales Development Lead who loves the thrill of achieving success and the satisfaction of growing long-term partnerships. If you've got the hustle, the relationships, and the consultative sales skills to make an impact, this is your chance to join a company where your wins are celebrated, and your growth is unlimited.

What You'll Do:
  • Drive new client acquisition through targeted prospecting, networking, and consultative selling.
  • Expand existing client relationships by identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities.
  • Develop a deep understanding of client business challenges within the BioHealth or Transportation sectors and align solutions to address them.
  • Coordinate and assist throughout the full sales cycle from lead qualification through contract negotiation and close.
  • Collaborate with delivery and project teams to ensure client satisfaction and long-term retention.
  • Support deal progression by coordinating NDAs, assisting in authoring SOWs, and ensuring the right internal stakeholders are prepared and engaged in sales meetings
  • Manage and maintain a pipeline of prospective clients, researching targets, tracking engagement, and nurturing relationships through meticulous and consistent follow-up.
  • Actively participate in networking events and trade shows to build and expand client relationships.


What You'll Bring:
  • 3 to 5 years of B2B sales, with experience acquiring, closing, or expanding new logos and accounts.
  • Consultative selling approach with the ability to connect at all levels of an organization.
  • Independent and energized by a fast-moving environment.
  • Skilled at building consensus among multiple stakeholders with different priorities.
  • A true team player. Comfortable collaborating across sales, delivery, and project teams to get the right people in the room and keep deals moving.
  • Understanding of procurement processes, RFPs, and vendor evaluation criteria.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
  • High energy and genuine enthusiasm for in-person networking, conferences and relationship-building.
  • Familiarity with Transportation (logistics, safety and compliance, fleet management) and/or Biohealth (laboratory operations, equipment integration, contract research organizations) is a bonus.


Company Benefits & Perks:
  • Over 20+ days of PTO accruable in the first year of employment!
    • Health insurance options to best fit you and your family's needs (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
    • Health Savings Account (HSA) option with annual employer contributions.
    • Flexible Savings Account (FSA) availability.
    • 401(k) options (Both Traditional and Roth) with guaranteed company match.
    • 100% company paid short-term and long-term disability.
    • 100% company paid life insurance with option to increase coverage.
    • On-site gym membership including basketball court.
    • Fresh fruit, healthy snacks, and beverages provided in office daily.
    • Hybrid and remote schedule availability for most positions with home office stipend.
    • Company supported community outreach/team volunteer opportunities.
    • Monthly and Quarterly Employee Recognition Awards with spot bonuses for outstanding contributions.
    • Bonus certification program for career development (Microsoft, AWS, PMP, IIBA, etc.).
    • Employee Assistance Program.
    • 100% company paid identity theft protection plan.
    • Employee-run committee opportunity involvement.
    • Collaborative and engaged company culture founded on realized values and incredible people.


The current opening positions listed are full-time, in-house salaried positions with competitive salary and benefits. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S on a permanent basis and can work on-site in our office located in Madison, Wisconsin.

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