Sales Development Associate

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Atlanta, GA, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Cloud • Information Technology • Internet of Things
The Role
Identifies and qualifies inbound leads, serves as the initial contact for prospects, schedules meetings with Sales Directors, and generates opportunities through outbound prospecting. Uses cold calling, email campaigns, social selling, and CRM tools to develop pipeline and maintain accurate activity records. Collaborates with Marketing on campaigns and follows up promptly with leads.
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About Keyfactor 

Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor!

Title: Sales Development Associate

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)

Experience: Entry-Level 

Job Function: Sales Development 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Industry: Computer and Network Security

About the position  

The Sales Development Associate identifies and qualifies new leads to generate potential sales opportunities.

The position is based in our Atlanta, GA office (hybrid model) and is expected to work from said office three out of five days a week. 

 Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities 

  • Your primary responsibility (80% focus) involves proactively engaging and qualifying inbound leads within the Service Level Agreement (SLA).
  • Serving as the initial point of contact, you will quickly identify client needs and directly schedule a meeting with a Sales Director.
  • Additionally, you will independently generate new opportunities through targeted outbound prospecting (20% focus)
  • Works with the marketing team to amplify the reach and effectiveness of campaigns within their territory and follows up with inbound leads, ensuring no opportunity is missed.
  • Utilizes outbound sales tactics such as cold calling, email campaigns, and social selling to engage potential clients.
  • Maintains accurate records of sales activities and pipeline development in CRM tools. 

Skills and Qualifications 

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree complete or in progress.
  • Experience in sales, customer service, or a related role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to conduct research and identify potential leads.
  • Capability to handle initial sales inquiries and follow up on leads.
  • Adaptability to learn new sales techniques and tools.

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.  

Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits 

We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.  

Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:   

  • Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
  • Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
  • Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support.
  • Competitive time off globally.
  • Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees. 
  • DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology. 
  • The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts. 
  • Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays. 
  • Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
  • Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development. 
  • Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings. 

Our Core Values 

Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:  

Trust is paramount.   

We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.   

Customers are core.   

We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.   

Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.   

The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.   

We deliver with agility.    

We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.   

United by respect.    

Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.   

Teams make “it” happen.   

Vision and goals are not individually achievable – they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.   

Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.  

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via [email protected] and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time. 

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Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Associate or bachelor's degree completed or in progress
  • Experience in sales, customer service, or a related role
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to conduct research and identify potential leads
  • Ability to handle initial sales inquiries and follow up on leads
  • Adaptability to learn new sales techniques and tools
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
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The Company
HQ: Independence, OH
357 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

Keyfactor is the leader in cloud-first PKI as-a-Service and crypto-agility solutions. Our Crypto-Agility Platform empowers security teams to seamlessly orchestrate every key and certificate across the entire enterprise. We help our customers apply cryptography in the right way from modern, multi-cloud enterprises to complex IoT supply chains. With decades of cybersecurity experience, Keyfactor is trusted by more than 500 enterprises across the globe. For more information, visit www.keyfactor.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Built on a foundation of trust and security, Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer, supporter and advocate of growing a trusted, secure, diverse and inclusive workplace.

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