Sales Development Representative

Business Development Chicago, Illinois


Description

Built on service. Powered by people.  

Impact exists because a small group of industry leaders believed companies in our space were doing it wrong. Many prioritized margins while the people doing the work and the clients relying on it became an afterthought. Impact was built differently: invest in great people, trust them to do great work, and deliver the kind of service clients remember. That approach helped us grow from a small office technology company into a national managed services provider, while remaining privately owned and people-first.

What makes Impact special is that growth has never come at the expense of the values that got us here. We continue to reinvest in our people, our capabilities, and the opportunities ahead so employees can grow alongside the business. We’ve built something special, but we’re far from finished. The people who join Impact now will help define what comes next. 

  
Job Overview

The Sales Development Representative is responsible for identifying, engaging, and qualifying prospective clients to generate pipeline for the sales organization. This role focuses on outbound and inbound prospecting, initiating executive-level conversations, and positioning Impact’s technology and managed services solutions to address business challenges. The ideal candidate is consultative, metric-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced sales environment. This position partners closely with Account Executives to drive revenue growth and market expansion.  
  
Responsibilities 

  • Prospect and qualify new business opportunities through outbound calling, email, and sales engagement platforms 
  • Initiate and secure meetings with VP- and C-level decision makers while advancing Director-level conversations to executive stakeholders 
  • Generate a consistent volume of completed and qualified sales meetings to support monthly pipeline targets 
  • Conduct discovery conversations to uncover business challenges and align Impact solutions to prospect needs 
  • Collaborate with assigned Account Executives to ensure smooth handoff of qualified opportunities 
  • Maintain accurate and timely activity, notes, and follow-ups within the CRM system 
  • Leverage intent data, sales intelligence, and sequencing tools to drive targeted outreach 
  • Build and nurture professional relationships through consistent, value-driven follow-up communication 
  
Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous experience in sales development, business development, or outbound lead generation 
  • Proven experience with outbound cold calling and high-volume prospecting activity 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage executive audiences 
  • Experience using CRM systems and sales engagement platforms such as Salesforce, SalesLoft, Outreach, or similar tools 
  • Ability to understand and articulate business challenges across multiple industries 
  • Familiarity with IT services, cybersecurity, digital transformation, or technology solutions preferred 
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented professional with the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment 
  • Experience leveraging intent data or sales intelligence platforms for targeted outreach is a plus 
  
What Drives Impact
 
Our purpose is people. We empower them to innovate, grow, and succeed. That's how we change the world – one person, one company, one community at a time. 
 
Behaviors define what our values look like in action. Leaders are expected to model them; teams are expected to live them:   
  • Innovation: We embrace change because innovation lives outside the comfort zone.    
  • Passion: We are driven by purpose, fueled by passion, and obsessed with making an impact.   
  • Honesty: We are fiercely transparent and consistently honest.   
  • Fun: We fuel work with fun, knowing life's too short for boring.     
  • Low Ego: We champion ideas over titles, because brilliance knows no rank.    
  • One Team: We win as a team, we lose as a team, we are one team.  
  
Compensation   

The typical base salary for this role is $55,000-$70,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skillset, experience and training, licensures and/or certifications, and other organizational needs.  
 
Impact may offer applicable incentive compensation plans depending on role and/or department. For this role, SDR’s who achieve plan can earn an additional $20,000 in commissions, with uncapped earning potential for those who exceed goals. 
 
Full compensation details can be discussed with an Impact Talent Acquisition team member at the start of the interview process.  

Benefits We Take Pride In
  • 5-year Tiffany & Co. Gift Card, 10-year Custom Rolex, 20-year $20,000 Check incentive rewards  
  • Valuable time off with up to 20 days of PTO, 7 Paid Sick Days, 12+ paid holidays, and Paid Parental Leave   
  • Development and growth opportunities with on-going training & continued education reimbursement    
  • 401(K) & retirement plans with complimentary financial advisory services 
  • Comprehensive health, disability, life, dental, and vision plans 

Work Authorization & Immigration Sponsorship

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Immigration sponsorship may be considered in limited circumstances based on business need, cost, workforce planning, and applicable government requirements. Impact does not guarantee sponsorship for any visa category and may decline certain petitions based on associated costs or regulatory requirements. 
 
  
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