SALES DEVELOPMENT REP - CANTEEN (REMOTE)

<span class="jobdescription"><p><strong>SALARY:</strong> $60,000 - $70,000 + INCENTIVES</p> <p><strong>LOCATION:</strong> REMOTE - EASTERN OR CENTRAL TIME ZONE</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>About Canteen: </strong></span></span></p> <p>Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. <br> <br>Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our <em>growth</em>. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the <em>opportunity </em>and innovation.  Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry. </p> <p>Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.</p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><u><b>Job Summary:</b></u></h2> </div><div><p>The <strong>Sales Development Representative (SDR) </strong>plays a critical role in generating qualified sales opportunities and filling the top of the sales funnel within a defined territory. This role focuses on outbound prospecting, utilizing research, strategic outreach, and personalized messaging to schedule meetings for our outside sales team. The SDR partners closely with sales and marketing to identify targets, engage prospects, and drive pipeline growth through persistence, relevance, and strong communication. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Own the top of the funnel by identifying, engaging, and qualifying prospective clients through strategic, multi-channel outbound outreach (phone, email, social media, etc.).</li> <li>Partner with Regional Sales Directors to align on territory strategy, build target lists, and secure high-quality meetings with decision-makers.</li> <li>Conduct thorough research on organizations and contacts to personalize outreach and position Compass Group’s value effectively.</li> <li>Utilize CRM and sales tools to manage workflows, track performance, and maintain clean, up-to-date data on all activities and opportunities.</li> <li>Leverage marketing assets and collaborate with creative teams to craft compelling messaging tailored to prospect needs and industry trends.</li> <li>Analyze campaign and outreach performance to adjust strategies, improve results, and share actionable insights with team members.</li> <li>Stay informed on market shifts, industry updates, and competitor positioning to enhance messaging and improve prospect engagement.</li> <li>Demonstrate professionalism, persistence, and adaptability in all interactions—balancing high activity levels with thoughtful, personalized execution.</li> <li>Exceed activity and conversion targets by consistently applying sales acumen, curiosity, and critical thinking to drive pipeline growth.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>CORE COMPETENCIES:</b></h2> </div><div><p>Effective Communication (both internally and externally), Sales Acumen, Resilience, Adaptability, Collaboration, Pipeline Management, Ethical Judgement and Integrity, Self-Discipline, Results-Driven (consistently achieving and exceeding quota), Initiative, Persistence, Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Coachability and Continuous Learning  </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>KEY SKILLS:</strong><br>Prospecting, Lead Qualification, Strategic Questioning, Objection Handling, Relevant and Personalized Messaging, Proficiency in CRM and Tech Tool Stack, Active Listening, Organization, Research and Analysis, Persuasive, Time and Priority Management</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience</li> <li>1–2 years of outbound prospecting or business development experience (preferred)</li> <li>Demonstrated success in high-volume outreach environments (phone, email, social, video)</li> <li>Proficient with CRM systems and common sales tools </li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working remotely</li> <li>Confident handling objections and engaging decision-makers</li> <li>Quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li> </ul></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.</b></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span><b>Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates</b>: </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Retirement Plan, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Associate Shopping Program, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Health and Wellness Programs, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Discount Marketplace, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Identity Theft Protection, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Pet Insurance, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program</span></span></span></p> <p><b>Full-time positions also offer the following benefits </b>to associates: <span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Medical, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Dental, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Vision, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Life Insurance/AD, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Disability Insurance, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Commuter Benefits, </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span> </span></span></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><em><span>Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, </span></em></span><span><a href="https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf" style="color:#467886;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_wagetransparency_canteen.pdf"><em>click here</em></a><em> for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.</em></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><b>About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br>  </p> <p>Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.</p> <p>Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.<em><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></span></span></span></em></p> <p>Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.</p> <p>Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.</p> <p><span>Req ID:<span id="job-req-id-wrapper">1476466</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:13.0px"><span>Canteen</span></span> </p> </span>

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