RUCKUS Representative, Sales Development

Belden belden.com Open · verified Sep 25, 2026

Cornelius Mid-level Sales Development

At a glance

Mid-level Sales Development role at Belden. Cornelius.

Pay not stated

RoleSales Development

SeniorityMid-level

LocationCornelius

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Use Outreach.io, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Orum to book meetings from target accounts
Screen incoming leads, record them in Salesforce, and move qualified prospects to sales meetings
Cold call prospects, handle objections, and research accounts to build qualified pipeline
Work with field sales, inside sales, and teammates on complete lead handoffs and follow-up steps
Apply creative ideas and AI tools to strengthen outreach and demand generation in assigned accounts

What you bring

Some college education or comparable experience is required
You communicate well with prospects and colleagues and bring a persistent, accountable approach
You can sustain high energy while working toward customer expectations and sales targets

Who this fits

This role suits an organized, self-starting SDR who wants to develop toward inside sales account management or later commercial and field sales roles. It is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and centers on outbound prospecting, inbound lead qualification, and close coordination with sales teams.

From the employer

At RUCKUS Networks, we’re on a mission to build the most advanced, reliable, and secure networks that empower homes, businesses, and communities. We are looking for hardworking, forward-thinking, and dedicated individuals who are ready to join our team. If you thrive in a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth, this opportunity is one you won’t want to miss.

Due to rapid growth and increasing customer demand, we are seeking a multifaceted, organized, self-starter to fill the role of Sales Development Representative (SDR) based in Charlotte, NC.

What to Expect:

As an SDR, you will be an integral part of the sales engine, collaborating with RUCKUS Field Sales, Inside Sales, and Sales Leadership to identify and generate new business opportunities. You will help position RUCKUS solutions through our partner ecosystem to new end-users, helping drive growth in key market segments.

You Will Make an Impact By:

Leveraging sales engagement tools (outreach.io) to generate new customer meetings within your target vertical or account list.

 Identify and qualify inbound leads, converting them to customer meetings for the sales teams.

Managing leads in Salesforce (SFDC), qualifying and dispositioning as needed

Employing creative thinking and AI toolsets to improve outreach and demand generation efforts within your target accounts.

Leverage tools like Outreach.io, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Orum to conduct outbound campaigns and develop new prospects.

Cold calling and overcoming objections from potential customers.

Researching prospects to build a pipeline of qualified opportunities.

Collaborating with teammates to ensure seamless lead handoff with a complete profile of information and clear follow-up actions.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

Some College or equivalent experience.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a “no-excuses” mentality.

High energy and intensity, with a strong commitment to exceeding client expectations and achieving sales targets.

You Will Excite Us If You:

Are currently in an SDR role and are eager for your next career opportunity.

Aspire to advance into an Inside Sales Account Management position, with opportunities for career progression into roles such as Commercial Account Executive or Field Sales for those who excel and master the art of selling.

Are a recent college graduate who can demonstrate creativity and innovation, bringing fresh ideas to the team.

Have experienced the benefits of coaching, whether through sports, arts, business, or other pursuits, and can apply that experience to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive sales environment.

Are familiar with sales prospecting tools such as Outreach.io, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Orum, and are comfortable leveraging technology to drive sales results.

Perks & Benefits:

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Sales Incentive Plan.

Let’s Create Possibilities Together.

Join a global community shaping the future of intelligent connectivity. At Belden, you’ll help push the boundaries of technology and write the next chapter of innovation, creating possibilities for your career, your future, and the world around you.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.