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Sales Development Representative I (Full Time) - United States (Virtual Demand Center)

Cisco SystemsRtp, North Carolina

$79,800 - $115,800 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$79,800-$115,800/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens.

Meet the Team

The Virtual Demand Center is one of Cisco’s fastest-growing sales and marketing teams, serving as the talent engine for Cisco Sales & Marketing. This diverse and motivated team consistently delivers profitable growth, contributing significantly to Cisco's overall sales strategy. Joining this team means gaining a deep understanding of Cisco’s solutions and customers, surrounded by and learning from top industry professionals.You'llbe inspired by continuous enablement and coaching, setting you up for both immediate and future success within a dynamic environment.

Your Impact

As a Sales Development Representative, you will directly manage inbound inquiries across various channels, qualifyingleads to drive significant pipeline growth for Cisco. You will partner with internal sales teams to progress these qualified leads, directlyimpactingrevenue generation and market expansion. Your role involves enhancing lead management processes to improve conversion efficiency and ensuring data integrity across critical systems, contributing to operational excellence. Additionally, you will uncover new revenue opportunities through up-sell and cross-sell identification, making a tangible impact on Cisco's financial success and market reach.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or relevant degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 1 year of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience) or Bachelors + 0 years of relevant experience. Relevant fieldsinclude:Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, etc.

  • Inbound/ outbound sales and/or lead-generation experience in a high-tech or SaaS company.

  • Fluent in English.

  • Able to legally live and work in the country of application without visa support or sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passion for innovative technology and ability to quickly learn new IT software products and understand business-critical solutions.

  • Curious and enjoys solving complex problems.

  • Understands the importance of adapting communication style effectively to different audiences.

  • Thrives in a team environment andutilizesidentifiedstandard processes.

  • Continuouslyseeksand integrates feedback to foster growth, change, and a positive work environment.

Why Cisco? 

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. 

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. 

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.  Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.

U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:

  • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees

  • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco

  • Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees

  • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)

  • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next

  • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members

  • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer

For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:

  • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

  • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

  • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and

  • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

New York City Metro Area:

$79,800.00 - $115,800.00

Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:

$75,800.00 - $112,200.00

* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

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FAQs About Sales Development Representative I (Full Time) - United States (Virtual Demand Center) Jobs at Cisco Systems

What is the work location for this position at Cisco Systems?
This job at Cisco Systems is located in Rtp, North Carolina, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Cisco Systems?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $79,800 and $115,800 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Cisco Systems?
Cisco Systems lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Cisco Systems?
Cisco Systems is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Cisco Systems for this role?
Cisco Systems offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Parental and Family Leave, Paid Community Service Time, Flexible/Unlimited PTO, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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