Sales Development Representative - Smg Franchise

GreatAmerica Financial Services is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth.

Position Summary
 

The Account Executive will be responsible for GreatAmerica sales efforts within an assigned Franchise Concept or Concepts with emphasis on cultivating existing and developing new, sustainable finance opportunities with the Franchisees within the Concept(s). The Account Executive will collaborate with the Concept Owner to ensure our products, programs, and marketing support are properly positioned and executed to meet the needs of the Franchisees.  This is an entry-level, sales role within the Franchise Division Sales Team.

Position Description

• Prospecting through calls, emails, & various marketing avenues
• Developing relationships with the franchisees in their territory
• Working with the Account Owner to develop and execute a prospecting plan [phone, email, other marketing]
• Active social media [LinkedIn] presence in our industry 
• Becoming an expert in the products that we offer franchisees
• Developing opportunities into applications
• Documenting each interaction with the franchisee
• Database management: keeping the database up to date
• Provide outstanding GreatAmerica Experience for external as well as internal customers
• Perform other duties as assigned
   

Position Qualifications

Competencies

For all GreatAmerica team members:  Honesty/Integrity, Customer Oriented, Accountability, Tenacious, Communication Skills (Oral & Written), Adaptability.
 

Education

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Experience

Experience prospecting over the telephone is preferred, but not necessary.

Computer Skills

Experience with Microsoft Office products primarily Word and Excel. Significant experience with Salesforce preferred.

Other requirements

Must be able to multi-task and possess exceptional organizational and follow up skills. Must be a self-starter who can work independently. Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships.

Sharing rewards is an integral part of our culture. We believe in the value of hard work and reward our employees beyond the paycheck. Our total rewards package is based on eligibility and includes:

Financial Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Monthly Bonuses for Eligible Employees
• 401(k) and Company Match
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off

Health, Wellbeing, and Family Planning Benefits

• Paid Vacation - starting at 80 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
• Paid Sick Days - Ten (10) per year with a conversation option for unused time.
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year
• Gym Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave

Education and Career Planning Benefits

• Tuition Assistance
• Networking Opportunities
• Leadership Development Opportunities

Perks

• Paid Parking
• Service Awards
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Business casual environment
• A strong organizational culture focused on our greatest asset: you!

If your experience aligns closely, please apply. We value diverse backgrounds and adding new perspectives. We encourage you to apply if you can make a strong impact in this role at www.greatamerica.com/careers.

Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.