Business Development Representative

Outbound Business Development Representative

Washington, DC Metropolitan Area

Resonate is a leading provider of high-quality, AI-powered consumer data, intelligence, and technology, empowering marketers to create a more personalized world that increases customer acquisition and lifetime value. Our SaaS platform, Ignite, and our Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) offerings provide unparalleled insights into consumer motivations, values, and behaviors, enabling our clients to connect with their target audiences in more meaningful and effective ways.

We are a dynamic and fast-growing company seeking passionate and innovative individuals to join our team!

Are you energized by strategic prospecting and opening doors at the enterprise level? Do you enjoy research-driven outreach and creative engagement? Resonate is seeking an Outbound Business Development Representative (BDR) to proactively generate new enterprise opportunities and expand our market presence.

We’re looking for smart, articulate, highly motivated inside sales experts who will help us achieve our revenue growth objectives.

As an Outbound BDR, you’ll own top-of-funnel pipeline creation by targeting high-value accounts, engaging senior decision-makers, and sparking interest in Resonate’s data-driven solutions.

• Execute outbound prospecting through cold calls, personalized emails, social selling, and account-based strategies
• Research enterprise accounts to identify key stakeholders and business priorities
• Develop tailored messaging aligned to industry, persona, and use case

• Book qualified meetings with enterprise prospects
• Consistently meet or exceed outbound activity and pipeline generation targets
• Position Resonate’s solutions against prospect pain points and competitive alternatives

• Partner with Marketing and Account Executives on vertical or account-based acquisition strategies
• Share insights from the field to improve messaging, targeting, and playbooks
• Stay current on industry trends, buyer challenges, and Resonate’s evolving offerings

• Strong research and account-mapping skills
• Confident, persuasive communicator with resilience and grit
• Ability to handle rejection and maintain momentum
• Highly organized and goal-oriented in a fast-paced environment

• 2+ years of experience in sales development, inside sales, or demand generation
• Account development/inside sales experience in demand generation to a marketing/research/insights/intelligence/analytics audience - ideally for a software or SaaS company in the Mar Tech space
• Proven track record of achieving (and, even better, exceeding) quota
• Proficient at prospecting, list building, account researching tactics
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Experience in using , Rain King, Discover Org, Linked In Sales Navigator
• Ability to understand and explain complex technology quickly and easily
• Excellent at handling rejection, being able to pivot and transform conversations
• Inquisitive, with excellent listening skills
• A high level of personal drive and focus on objectives
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• Proactive Problem-Solving: You spot challenges early and take initiative to solve them.
• Ownership: You take initiative, follow through, and hold yourself accountable.
• Collaboration: You value working with others and building strong, respectful relationships.
• Adaptability: You stay steady through change and adjust when needed.
• Growth Mindset: You’re open to learning, feedback, and trying new things.
• Customer Focus: You keep the end user in mind and aim for impact.
• Clear Communication: You express ideas simply and listen to understand.
• Integrity & Empathy: You act with honesty and consider the people around you.
• Strategic Thinking: You focus on what matters most and work with purpose.
• Drive: You show up motivated and ready to move things forward.
• Readiness: You bring the skills to contribute meaningfully from day one.

These attributes are the foundation of how we work and grow together!

Besides the opportunity to work alongside smart, fun, and hard-working colleagues at Resonate, you'll…