Sales Development Representative

The Role:

*SALES DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE* *Starting at $65,000 annual base + Commission* Ascent Data is a leading Managed IT Service Provider (MSP) for businesses in the Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia regions. Our Cloud and Data Center clients span the nation. We exist to transform technology into value for our customers and help small to mid-sized businesses succeed through advanced technology management, personalized IT strategy, and the constant support of our responsive team. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Development Representative to identify and qualify sales leads, thereby playing a key role in driving revenue growth and expanding our client base. This role will be a hybrid of onsite and travel around the greater Pittsburgh area to meet with prospective clients. *Role Overview* This role combines business development and sales to drive revenue and build long-term client relationships. The selected candidate will work closely with Ascent Data's outsourced marketing team to align sales initiatives with marketing strategies while also directly engaging with prospects to promote our managed and data services. *Key Responsibilities* * Drive new business by identifying and qualifying opportunities for managed and data services. * Conduct in-person meetings with prospects and clients around Pittsburgh to build trust and demonstrate Ascent Data's solutions. * Assist in developing a structured sales process that blends legacy business development with new client acquisition strategies. * Work towards hitting sales targets and revenue goals, with unlimited commission incentives rewarding performance. *Qualifications & Experience* * 2+ years of experience in business development or sales, preferably in MSP, IT services, cloud solutions, or data center industries. * Proven track record of closing deals and driving revenue growth in a B2B environment. * Strong understanding of IT services, managed services, and data solutions (or the ability to learn quickly). * Experience working with marketing teams and aligning sales efforts with marketing strategies. * Self-starter with exceptional communication and presentation skills. * Comfortable with local travel around Pittsburgh to meet with clients. * Previous experience in sales or team development is a plus. * A valid driver's license *Compensation & Benefits* * Competitive base salary with an unlimited commission structure. * Work directly with executive leadership, gaining high-level strategic experience. * A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a paid time off program, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $65,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Paid training * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Shift: * Day shift Supplemental Pay: * Commission pay Work Location: In person

What we are looking for:

• Qualifications & Experience*
• 2+ years of experience in business development or sales, preferably in MSP, IT services, cloud solutions, or data center industries.
• Proven track record of closing deals and driving revenue growth in a B2B environment.
• Strong understanding of IT services, managed services, and data solutions (or the ability to learn quickly).
• Experience working with marketing teams and aligning sales efforts with marketing strategies.
• Self-starter with exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable with local travel around Pittsburgh to meet with clients.
• Previous experience in sales or team development is a plus.
• A valid driver's license

Responsibilities:

• Key Responsibilities*
• Drive new business by identifying and qualifying opportunities for managed and data services.
• Conduct in-person meetings with prospects and clients around Pittsburgh to build trust and demonstrate Ascent Data's solutions.
• Assist in developing a structured sales process that blends legacy business development with new client acquisition strategies.
• Work towards hitting sales targets and revenue goals, with unlimited commission incentives rewarding performance.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Day shift
• Commission pay