Inside Business Development Representative (Onsite Chicago)

Zebra Technologies

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Chicago, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Manage outbound prospecting to generate sales qualified leads and maintain a pipeline of prospective clients using CRM tools. Collaborate with regional and global sales teams to align on strategies and facilitate the routing of qualified leads.

Qualifications

Zebra is seeking an Inside Business Development Representative to join their new Inside Sales Hub in Chicago. This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a strong interest in sales and pipeline generation. The ideal candidate will be onsite 5 days a week and possess excellent communication skills to drive new business opportunities.

Job Description

Remote Work: No


Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being a part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You'll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about – locally and globally.
Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

Start your career in sales! Come join our newly created Inside Sales Hub and be part of Zebra’s strategy to prospect into and generate leads within our Enterprise accounts. We are hiring for multiple openings to build out this inside sales initiative as a Business Development Rep. with a target training date in  April 2026.

Independently, or as part of a team, contacts existing and/or prospective customers by telephone. Observes and participates in identifying products and/or services that can benefit customer's needs. Responsible for creating leads and opportunites for new pipeline for our core enterprise team.

This role is required to be onsite out of our Chicago, IL office 5 days per week. 


Responsibilities:

• Manage outbound prospecting to generate Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs), leveraging Zebra Sales
Plays (as appropriate) to proposition Zebra products and solutions.
• Conduct research on designated accounts, collect prospect contact information and identify key
personas and decision makers.
• Engage and qualify leads generated from marketing campaigns (Marketing Qualified Leads) to
ensure a continuous flow of sales opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective clients and opportunities, using CRM tools to
track and disposition leads / activities.
• Work closely with the Regional & Global Sales Teams to align on prospect strategies, facilitating
effective routing of Qualified Sales Leads (SQLs) for further development.
• Leverage CRM tools and data insights to inform prospecting activities and activity reporting.
• Proactively share best practices with colleagues within Regional Hub and seek out opportunities
to share learning/successes, contributing to a collaborative sales environment.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and product developments.
• Continuously update knowledge on company products and services to effectively address
customer needs.
• Implement feedback and coaching to improve sales techniques and outcomes.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or equivalent experience 
  • Interest and/or experience in pipeline generation with a proven ability to communicate effectively (0+ years)
  • Strong interest in sales to drive new business opportunities
  • This role is required to be onsite out of our Chicago office 5 days per week. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Uses moderate sales domain / solutions knowledge
  • Basic technical product knowledge
  • Understands Solution Selling concepts and overcomes customer objections that are applicable to customer situations
  • Knows where to seek answers and resources to effectively address challenges and drive results

This position is eligible for commissions based on the terms of the Sales Incentive Plan. Total Target Compensation (TTC) for this position ranges per year based on individual sales performance. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, and experience relative to the role and requirements.

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Pro



To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.
Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.

Zebra Technologies

Zebra provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award-winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions. Organizations globally across retail, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and other industries rely on us to deliver outcomes today while driving innovation for what’s next. Together with our partners, we create new ways of working that improve productivity and empower organizations to be better every day. Learn more at www.zebra.com.
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