Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Description:

Launch Your Sales Career with Genesee Scientific

Are you ready to begin a career in sales with a leading supplier in global research markets? If you're curious, driven, and looking to break into sales, this is the opportunity for you.

About the Company

As a life science company and a leading supplier to global research markets, we offer a comprehensive product portfolio along with outstanding hands-on customer service to ensure every laboratory has the tools and support they need. Our markets include pharmaceutical and biotechnology businesses, research institutions, hospitals, reference labs, and more.

Be part of making a difference

At Genesee, we believe we can help improve our communities and transform the world through science. Our shared desire to make a difference is what drives and inspires us. We are a fast-growing, dynamic team that listens to each other and embraces collaboration. We foster an open, friendly work environment and show up for one another every day.

Role: Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Reports to: Regional Sales Director

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: Raleigh

Why is this role important at Genesee Scientific?

The Sales Development Representative (SDR) is the engine of business development for Genesee. The role is responsible for virtually identifying and engaging potential customers to drive new business opportunities. Your primary focus will be identifying high-potential accounts, outbound prospecting, and booking discovery calls for our sales team.

What will you do:

• You will gain real-world experience, sharpen your skills, and build a career in sales
• Identify, research, and engage decision-makers within prospective accounts
• Engage business leaders, principal investigators and decision makers to understand needs
• Book high-quality meetings for your Account Executives (AE)
• Use Salesforce and sales tools to track outreach and update activity
• Develop your sales skills and understanding of the life science market through hands-on experience, coaching, and structured training

Requirements:

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in business, science or equivalent experience; recent college graduates are encouraged to apply
• One year of sales or lab experience preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate at all levels of customer organizations and within Genesee
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others to creatively solve problems
• Results orientated, strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications; experience with a CRM/Salesforce is a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and effectively manage multiple priorities

You'll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Have a desire to learn and grow in sales
• Are a self-starter who takes initiative and gets things done
• Can handle rejection and see challenges as learning opportunities
• Are curious and have a strategic mindset—a desire to understand and offer solutions
• Good with technology and excited to work with cutting-edge sales tools
• Want a career path in sales with clear growth opportunities
• Have prior experience or keen interest in life sciences - lab experience a plus

You do not need prior sales experience— we're looking for potential, not perfection. If you're driven, coachable, and ready to grow, you'll thrive in this role.

Don't let a list of requirements hold you back from applying. If you believe you have the skills, mindset, and drive to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply!

Physical Requirements:

Perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Primarily sedentary work on a computer at a home office or in a climate-controlled office environment
• Regularly sit for extended periods, with occasional standing, walking, and lifting of up to 25 pounds
• The role may have limited and periodic overnight travel, i.e. tradeshows, sales meetings, etc.

At Genesee Scientific, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Training and professional growth initiatives, including comprehensive onboarding programs for new team members
• We provide financial well-being with competitive compensation packages and 401 (k) retirement savings plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance programs
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and 12 holidays

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Employment offers are subject to successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug test.

Genesee Scientific is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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Location: Morrisville, North Carolina, US

Posted Date: 7/10/2025