Business Development Representative
Paloaltonetworks Open At a glance
Junior Sales Development role at Paloaltonetworks. Office - USA - CA - Headquarters · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Call and email prospective buyers about cybersecurity offerings, qualifying leads from marketing campaigns and creating sales opportunities
- Route qualified prospects to the right sales districts, then coordinate with sales teams to keep promising leads moving
- Book meetings between potential customers and field or inside sales representatives and account executives
- Record customer conversations, sales activity, and performance figures in Salesforce
- Track sales results for your manager and stay current on product details, pricing, and cybersecurity developments
What you bring
- You have worked as a BDR, sales account executive, or in a comparable sales position
- You have used several selling approaches, including frequent outbound calling, and can manage a high volume of calls
- You have tracked sales activity and reported results using Salesforce
- You can explain technical ideas clearly to people with different levels of technical knowledge
Who this fits
This junior sales development role suits someone who is persistent, coachable, and comfortable with frequent cold calls and measurable sales targets. Most teams work from the office full time, with some flexibility when needed. Immigration sponsorship is unavailable for this position.
From the employer
Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.
Who We Are
In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!
We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.Job Summary
Job Summary
As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you will play a critical role in fulfilling our company mission by pitching industry-leading cybersecurity products to secure digital environments. You will leverage your tenacity, strong work ethic, and coachability to engage in cold-calling, selling, and navigating customer interactions with resilience. This role offers the opportunity to continuously learn and collaborate with a team of smart, hardworking professionals dedicated to changing the world. You will confidently build relationships and drive impactful sales outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs) to specific Sales Districts with high efficiency and prioritization.
Market cybersecurity products and services via telephone and email, cold-calling leads to create opportunities.
Generate prospective customers through cold calling and lead qualification from Marketing programs and promotions.
Follow up on pre-qualified leads with the sales team to ensure timely pipeline creation.
Document all activities, customer interactions, and sales metrics accurately in Salesforce.com.
Set appointments for Field and Inside Sales Representatives, Account Executives, and prospective clients.
Identify client needs and provide guidance around products and services to increase customer satisfaction.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.
Seek and develop new business opportunities in the market to drive revenue growth.
Report to the Business Development Manager on weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales results.
Stay up-to-date with new products, services, capabilities, pricing, and cybersecurity industry trends.
Consistently meet or exceed performance metrics set by sales leaders and managers.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Proven work experience as a Business Development Representative, Sales Account Executive, or similar role.
Hands-on experience with multiple sales techniques, including high-volume cold calling.
Experience utilizing CRM software, specifically Salesforce, for activity tracking and reporting.
Understanding of sales performance metrics and ability to consistently achieve top results.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a dependable, positive attitude.
Ability to understand technical concepts and articulate them clearly to all levels of technical aptitude.
Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic sales environment.
Preferred Qualifications
BS degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related relevant field.
Familiarity with MS Excel, including the ability to analyze spreadsheets and charts.
Ability to deliver engaging presentations to internal stakeholders and prospective clients.
BDR Leveling Guide - Comp Ranges
BDR 1 - Min 0 to 6 months of proven experience in a high volume sales environment - could be past internship experience] - $62,000 - $78,000 - $94,000
BDR 2 - Min 6 months - 18 months of proven experience in a high volume sales environment - as a Business Development Representative, Customer Service, Sales Account Executive or similar role [could be past internship experience] - $68000 - $85,000 - $102,000
Sr. BDR - Min 18 months - 3 years of proven experience in a high volume sales environment - as a Business Development Representative, Customer Service, Sales Account Executive or similar role - $74,000 - $92,000 - $110,000
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
$76,000.00 - $104,500.00/yrOur Commitment
We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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