Sales Development Representative

Emergent, LLC

. Support the sales team throughout the sales cycle .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeVirginia Beach • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service orientation and relationship-building skills while effectively managing the sales cycle and supporting business development initiatives. Proficient in generating sales quotes, processing orders, and utilizing Salesforce for transaction management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales SupportCustomer Database ManagementSalesforce ProficiencyQuote GenerationMarket Research

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Hard Skills

Sales SupportQuote GenerationOrder ProcessingMarket ResearchSales Cycle Management

Soft Skills

Customer Service OrientationAttention to DetailClear CommunicationCollaborationProactive Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMicrosoft OfficeExcel

Industry Keywords

RFQsRFPsSales PoliciesPromotional CampaignsCompetitive Sales Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the sales team throughout the sales cycle
Manage the customer database
Generate quotes and process orders
Support competitive solicitations, RFQs, and RFPs
Research market trends and generate leads through call blitzes and promotional campaigns
Support business development using competitive sales strategies and knowledge of company products and services
Adhere to established sales policies and procedures
Generate reports, log support tickets, and process deals
Create accurate sales quotes for representatives, management, and solicitation responses
Maintain and update sales opportunities in Salesforce, including transaction history and order processing
Respond to RFQs and manage the sales cycle through completion
Communicate with customers and follow up as needed
Participate in customer calls and manufacturer forecast meetings
Support other sales departments and marketing initiatives as needed
Perform additional assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED, plus two to four years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of two years of experience providing administrative support in a sales environment or working in a customer service role
Must be in office Tuesday and Thursday
Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
Clear and professional verbal and written communication
Ability to collaborate with sales representatives, management, and cross-functional teams
Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Resourcefulness in supporting sales efforts and adapting to changing priorities
Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement options with employer matching
Well-being programs
Company-sponsored events
Employee committees
Volunteer opportunities
Referral perks
Recognition programs
Performance-based incentive compensation eligibility