At Gurobi Optimization, we're on a mission!
A mission that focuses on mathematical optimization. We empower our customers to expand their use of mathematical optimization technology in order to make smarter decisions and solve some of the world's toughest and most impactful business problems. We're looking for passionate, dedicated, innovative game-changers to join our team and drive the future of Gurobi.
As a Sales Development Representative (SDR) at Gurobi Optimization, you will play a vital role in driving pipeline growth through strategic outbound prospecting and effective management of inbound leads. Your primary focus will be targeting accounts, engaging technical and senior decision-makers, and converting leads into high-quality meetings and opportunities for the sales team.
This role requires a proactive, results-driven individual with strong prospecting skills, the ability to personalize outreach, and the resilience to excel in a fast-paced SaaS environment. By contributing to both outbound and inbound initiatives, you will be instrumental in supporting Gurobi's growth strategy.
What will you be doing?
- Outbound Prospecting:
- Identify, research, and engage high-value enterprise prospects through multi-channel outreach (email, phone, LinkedIn, etc.).
- Leverage account-based marketing (ABM) principles to create personalized messaging and value propositions.
- Proactively schedule qualified meetings with senior decision-makers to drive pipeline growth.
- Inbound Lead Management:
- Respond to and qualify inbound leads within SLA timeframes, ensuring timely follow-up and conversion into sales opportunities.
- Organize and prioritize leads based on fit and potential impact, collaborating with the marketing and sales team for alignment.
- Account Research and Targeting:
- Conduct in-depth research on target accounts, industries, and decision-makers to create tailored outreach strategies.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of Gurobi’s offerings, use cases, and competitive differentiators.
- Collaboration and Reporting:
- Partner with Account Directors (ADs) to align on strategy and share insights on prospect interactions.
- Update Salesforce CRM and other tools with accurate activity logs and lead details.
- KPI Achievement:
- Meet or exceed weekly, monthly, and quarterly KPIs, including outbound prospecting activities, meetings booked, and pipeline contribution goals.
What experience and qualifications should you have?
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years in an SDR, BDR, or similar sales role, preferably with enterprise sales exposure.
- Proven success in outbound prospecting and lead qualification.
What skills and abilities should you have?
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with technical and senior stakeholders.
- Proficiency in tools like Salesforce CRM and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
- High level of resilience, creativity, and problem-solving ability.
- High level of emotional intelligence with a customer-focused mindset.
- Advanced level of organization and attention to detail.
- Positive energy that facilitates honest and respectful communication.
- Ability to be both self-motivated AND work well as a team player.
What other requirements should you have?
- Flexibility to work effectively across different global time zones.
- Experience working within a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, with a preference for proficiency in Salesforce.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Your Alignment with our Gurobi Core Values:
- Customer Focus: Verbal & written communication skills that bring clarity and build trust.
- Power of the Team: Motivated with a team-oriented mindset that aims to both inspire and be inspired by others.
- Innovation: The courage to bring ideas forward and see yourself as an integral part of our global team.
- Dedication: Organized and agile, focusing on meeting professional objectives while promoting a healthy work/life balance.
- Integrity: Promise to uphold honesty as your compass and conduct all business practices with an ethical mindset and fiscal responsibility.
Do you know Gurobi?
At Gurobi, we’re a team of passionate, smart professionals helping businesses solve complex problems through optimization. As the creators of the world’s most powerful commercial solver software, we empower more than 2,500 clients—including Apple, Google, Microsoft, and even the NFL—to make smarter decisions.
We’ve been fully remote since 2008 and continue to grow sustainably, all while staying true to our core values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Dedication, Innovation, and The Power of the Team.
What We Offer
- 100% remote work
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Generous time off and leave programs
- Virtual meetups and company offsite events
- Home office reimbursement
- A strong, collaborative culture that values work-life balance
At Gurobi, your voice matters. Join a company where innovation thrives, and you can help shape the future of optimization!
Please check the job location requirements before applying. Gurobi Optimization is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, including but not limited to H-1B or F-1 visas. Candidates must have authorization to work in the specified location without the need for current or future sponsorship.
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