Business Development Representative

Business Development Representative

We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

At Proofpoint, you'll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.

About the Role: Business Development Representative

We're looking for a collaborative team player to join our rapidly growing Business Development team in Draper, UT. This position is hybrid (three days in the office). This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is interested in joining a high growth, fast paced tech company in the in-demand industry of enterprise cybersecurity. At Proofpoint you will be driven by the desire to learn, grow, and succeed in your professional sales or marketing journey.

Your day-to-day:

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate their adaptability and creative communication skills as they identify, engage with, and qualify potential customers in their assigned territory.
• Our most successful BDRs create integrity for themselves in the eyes of their business partners by coming prepared to meetings, asking thoughtful questions, and focusing on quality over quantity. This is a highly visible role where you will, when ready, have the opportunity to showcase your work to executives and participate in demo calls with customers.
• Business Development Representatives are equipped with CRM tools like Salesforce.com and Outreach, as well as social media campaigns, to ensure they have the resources they need to be successful.
• The Business Development Representative role is unique at Proofpoint compared to other companies, because here, you will have the opportunity to do much more than schedule client meetings and cold calls from a script.
• You will have the chance to use your judgement, share your ideas and form lasting relationships and experiences that will help shape the next steps in your professional journey.

What you bring to the team:

• Expressive speaker with ability to articulate highly technical information quickly and clearly.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Innovative thinker that enjoys creative problem solving in a changing environment.
• Collaborative team player who will share sales tactics and learn them from others.
• Exemplifies persistency and resilience. Loves tackling issues and getting results.
• Self-directed with a strong sense of personal ownership and accountability.
• Experience succeeding in goal-driven, metrics-based environments.
• No direct tech sales experience required. Experience in business development or inside sales is a plus.

Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you'll love working with us:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
• Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.]
• Annual wellness and community outreach days
• Always on recognition for your contributions
• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.

Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.

Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.