Inbound Sales Strategist

Contently is a technology company that helps brands create great content at scale. We provide enterprise companies with smart technology, content marketing expertise, and vetted creative talent – journalists, photographers, designers, videographers, and all things in-between.

As our first point of contact for folks interested in Contently, this individual must be curious, smart, self-driven and professional. This entry level sales role comes with high potential for advancement, as such the candidate must be eager to begin a career in sales (any existing sales experience or relevant sales skills are a bonus). Outstanding communication skills are required both on and offline. Must enjoy spending time on the phone and helping customers solve problems.

* Oversee inbound leads: establish first contact and follow up with leads as they reach out for more information * Gather information: determine if leads are qualified based on the information they provide about their goals and restrictions * Educate prospects: when applicable, introduce Contently and provide information about our business model and services * Opportunity Recognition: become familiar with the needs and priorities of each prospect in order to understand how Contently can best serve their interests * Coverage: Cover for individual teams in absence of senior team members (whether for travel or holiday). * Attend Meetings: Where applicable the senior strategists will include the Inbound Strategists on calls. This will contribute to their growth plan as well as insuring coverage * Propose and implement any and all improvements to this process

* 1-2 years* relevant experience in sales, marketing or strategic planning * 1-2 years* research and campaign management experience * Understanding of marketing/media space * Excellent phone and people skills * Excellent writing and communication skills * Ability to work with clients and develop relationships * Ability to work across different groups and disciplines * Demonstrated talent for consultative thinking/selling, spotting trends * Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research (* Internship and course work are relevant )