Centre Technologies is expanding our sales team and is seeking a Sales Development Associate as part of our Account Executive Development Program (AEDP). This role is designed for aspiring sales professionals who are interested in building a long-term career in technology sales but may not yet have formal BDR or IT sales experience.
The Sales Development Associate will receive hands-on training, coaching, and real-world exposure to Centre’s sales process, solutions, and client base. This position serves as a foundational role and is intended to prepare individuals for future promotion into an Account Executive position.
Our Company Culture
Centre Technologies values collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our team works closely across sales, engineering, and delivery to help clients select and manage IT solutions that support their business goals. We invest in our people and believe strong outcomes for our clients start with well-trained, supported employees.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Development
• Conduct outbound prospecting activities including phone calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach
• Identify and qualify potential clients within assigned territories
• Research target accounts and understand basic business and technology needs
• Schedule discovery meetings and pass qualified opportunities to Account Executives
Training & Development
• Participate in the Account Executive Development Program, including sales training and product education
• Learn Centre’s portfolio of managed services, cloud, infrastructure, and security solutions
• Shadow Account Executives on sales calls, meetings, and client presentations
• Develop foundational knowledge of the MSP sales cycle and consultative selling approach
Sales Support & Administration
• Maintain accurate records of activities and opportunities in the CRM
• Assist with proposal preparation, pricing requests, and internal coordination
• Support territory planning and pipeline development efforts
• Stay informed on competitors and general market trends
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• Interest in sales, business development, or technology
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable speaking with business professionals and decision-makers
• Self-motivated, coachable, and willing to learn
• Ability to manage time, follow processes, and work toward activity goals
• Prior sales or customer-facing experience is a plus, but not required
Career Path
The Sales Development Associate – AEDP role is intended to prepare individuals for advancement into an Account Executive position. Progression is based on performance, skill development, and
business needs.
Top Skills
What We Do
Centre Technologies is a full-service IT consulting and managed services provider headquartered in Texas, with a focus on mid-sized businesses. As a trusted IT partner for well over a decade, Centre is recognized for its local experience and enterprise-grade cloud and cybersecurity solutions. Centre is committed to helping organizations harness the power of technology to maximize their operational efficiency and exceed their business goals.
- Tailored IT Blueprint™ (business technology ecosystem)
- 24x7 Secure Managed Services
- 24x7 Managed Threat Containment (SOCaaS)
- Secure by Default Microsoft 365
- Business Continuity solutions
- Cloud Readiness Assessments
- Cloud Migrations
- Microsoft Azure (IaaS)
- Secure Private Cloud Hosting
- Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service (DRaaS)
- Cloud Security (CDR)
- Network Security (NDR)
- End-Point Device Security (EDR)
- Employee Security Awareness Training
- Continuous Security Assessments
- Managed Backups
- Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS)
PROVEN EXPERTISE:
- SOC 2 Type II
- DellEMC Platinum Partner
- Gold Microsoft Partner
- Cisco Partner Select Certified
- Citrix Premier Service Provider
- RingCentral Certified Communications Professional
- Microsoft Partner Gold Datacenter
- Microsoft Partner Gold Cloud Platform
- Microsoft Partner Gold Cloud Productivity
- Microsoft Partner Silver Messaging
- Microsoft Partner Gold Small and Midmarket Cloud Solutions
- Microsoft Partner Gold Enterprise Mobility Management
RECOGNITIONS:
- Inc. 5000
- MSPmentor® 501
- FastTech 50
- CRN Next-Gen 250
- CRN Fast Growth 150
- CRN Solution Provider 5000
- HBJ List of "Largest Houston-Area Cyber Security Companies"
- Dallas/Fort Worth's Best and Brightest® Companies to Work For
- Houston's Best and Brightest Companies® to Work For
- Houston Chronicle Top Work Places
- HBJ Fast 100






