Business Development Executive, Category Management

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
85K-100K Annually
Mid level
eCommerce • Information Technology • Marketing Tech • Retail • Analytics
The Role
Drive new business by prospecting manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers for Syndigo’s in-store/category management solutions. Use consultative selling to demo SaaS products, qualify needs, negotiate contracts, manage pipeline in Salesforce/Clari, and hit activity and revenue KPIs with cross-functional collaboration.
Summary Generated by Built In

Syndigo powers the continual flow of data and content throughout the entire commerce ecosystem— accelerating delivery of accurate and compelling information that increases sales on every shelf. We are the recognized leader in software and services for the management of master data, product information, digital assets, and content syndication and analytics across industries including grocery, foodservice, hardlines, home improvement, oil & gas, pet, health and beauty, automotive, apparel, and healthcare products.

Syndigo serves the industry’s largest two-sided network, connecting more than 50,000 global users across 12,000+ global brands with more than 1,750 global retailers.

Basically, we're the people that deliver the rich, accurate product content that helps consumers shop online with confidence, and helps brands and retailers operate efficient product supply chains. We cannot do all of this without our amazing employees who make the magic happen here at Syndigo. As we continue to grow, we’re always looking to identify talented individuals to join our team.

**This is a hybrid position that requires 2 days per week in office at our Chicago location**

The mission of a Syndigo Business Development Executive is to identify, develop, and cultivate strategic relationships that evolve into long-term partnerships with Syndigo. In this role, you will engage manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers across the retail industry, helping them understand how Syndigo's In-Store solutions drive operational excellence and profitable growth. You will articulate the value of Syndigo's expertise in retail execution, space planning, planogram optimization, merchandising, and category management, demonstrating how leading retailers and brands leverage our solutions to improve shelf performance, enhance the shopper experience, and maximize results at the point of sale. Through a consultative approach, you will uncover client challenges and position Syndigo as a trusted partner in transforming in-store operations and accelerating retail success. 

HOW WE’LL BE WINNING TOGETHER DAY TO DAY

  • Prospecting and building new business opportunities within assigned territory   
  • Ability to understand prospect needs and objectives then effectively communicate Syndigo’s value proposition to solve their unique challenges  
  • Utilize a consultative sales approach to close opportunities with senior level executives and forecast weekly when deals will be closed won  
  • Collaborate with operations as needed to ensure appropriate positioning and seamless delivery of solutions/services  
  • Initiate introductory meetings through networking, cold call, email, and other tools in standard sales tech stack to help bolster pipeline generated near top of funnel  
  • Coordinate and schedule online or onsite meetings with key decision makers  
  • Be comfortable demonstrating SaaS based platform and communicating critical capabilities to differentiate our solutions  
  • Negotiate and participate in pricing strategy and proposal development to drive conversion  
  • Negotiate contract terms within the acceptable guidelines provided by commercial leadership   
  • Develop prospect account strategy across owned accounts in Salesforce and consistently execute on plan to penetrate through frequent outbound engagement   
  • Research key companies that fit ideal customer profiles and assemble creative outbound messaging   
  • Own and manage active pipeline in Salesforce.com and forecast accurately in Clari on a weekly cadence   
  • Achieve weekly activity KPI’s with clear goals set in Salesloft/Salesforce for prospect accounts and contacts targeted in a given week  

WE SHOULD TALK IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU 

  • 3+ years in a quota carrying sales role with consistent track record of success against quota attainment  
  • Retail Supply Chain Integrations experience 
  • Extreme passion for hunting and closing net new logos  
  • Deep familiarity with Salesforce, Salesloft and ZoomInfo  
  • ValueSelling certified or proven mastery of other sales methodology   
  • Curiosity and interest in the retail or eCommerce vertical is a plus  
  • Proven ability to qualify prospects and open opportunities in a primarily outbound environment  

For full-time U.S. based-employees, we offer competitive health insurance benefits, PTO and volunteer time off, employer-paid short- and long-term disability, parental and adoption leave, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Your individual compensation within the budgeted salary range is determined based on your skills, education, experience, and internal equity. 

Budgeted Salary Range (not including eligible commission):
$85,000$100,000 USD
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

To achieve the best version of our organization, we know it takes new ideas, new approaches, new perspectives and new ways of thinking. A purpose we are 100% committed to cultivating.

Diversity is woven into our fabric at Syndigo and it’s how we stay an industry leader, innovating technology solutions that equip our customers with everything they need to be successful! 

All are welcome here and we invite you to join our team if you are ready to help us continue that growth! 

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Skills Required

  • 3+ years in a quota-carrying sales role with consistent track record of quota attainment
  • Experience with retail supply chain integrations
  • Deep familiarity with Salesforce (Salesforce.com)
  • Familiarity with Salesloft
  • Familiarity with ZoomInfo
  • Experience using Clari for forecasting and pipeline management
  • Comfort demonstrating SaaS-based platforms and communicating product capabilities
  • Proven ability to qualify prospects and open opportunities in a primarily outbound environment
  • ValueSelling certification or proven mastery of another sales methodology
  • Curiosity and interest in the retail or eCommerce vertical (a plus)

Syndigo Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Syndigo and has not been reviewed or approved by Syndigo.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off options include generous PTO alongside parental/adoption, grandparent, and bereavement leave, plus paid volunteer time and Summer Fridays. Feedback suggests these policies are viewed as a strength that supports work–life balance.
  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings include two Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans (PPO and HDHP with HSA contribution), dental, vision via EyeMed, mental-health/EAP support, and life and disability coverage. Company materials and third‑party listings depict a comprehensive, modern health suite.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing and lifestyle perks include weekly meeting‑free quiet hours, a hybrid work rhythm, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, recognition programs, and charitable gift matching. Feedback suggests these extras round out the package and are appreciated alongside core benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
1,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1973

What We Do

Syndigo is the industry’s only trusted single-source provider of consumer product information and content from supply chain to end customer utilization, offering a powerful end-to-end product content experience across multiple industries. Syndigo is raising the standard of what great product experiences can be.

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