Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive. 

The Sales Development Representative will play a meaningful role in/out-bound prospecting for our Champions portfolio. The ideal candidate needs excellent tele-sales, email sequencing, and CRM skills. A highly driven and goal-oriented attitude is essential. 

In this role you will use a variety of channels (I.E., cold calling, emailing, online meeting platforms) to maintain up-to-date lead flow processes and ensure that all company guidelines, metrics, and goals are consistently met or exceeded. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Develop leads by providing appropriate levels of information at the right time for interested prospect thus turning them into meetings/leads.Cold calling and emailing key prospects daily using our SalesLoft platform.Meeting daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly goals assigned to you by Champions leadership.Collaborate with sales and marketing team members regularly on strategic sales approaches.Ensure successful follow through of sales cycle by maintaining accurate activity and lead qualification information in a CRM application.Up to 10% travel required. Qualifications: 1+ year of successful experience in telemarketing, preferably in education sales.Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, coupled with excellent listening skills and a positive and upbeat phone presence.Shown success in prospecting.Very self-motivated with a diligent work ethic.Experience with CRM applications required (SalesLoft and Salesforce preferred).Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, unlimited paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.… and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Primary Location : Portland, Oregon, United States

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