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Business Development Associate (Early Career)

Salesforce San Francisco, California On-site entry full-time

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Description

As a Business Development Associate at Salesforce, you will join the #1 AI CRM to redefine how business is done. This role is a unique hybrid of active sales development and operational excellence. You will serve as the engine of our SMB (Small & Medium Business) team, tasked with both proactively hunting new business through targeted outbound prospecting and leveraging cutting-edge AI tools to streamline workflows.

The Experience You will work at the intersection of human creativity and Agentic AI, mastering our Customer 360 platform to identify high-value opportunities, optimize lead flows, and drive scalable growth for our customers.

What You'll Actually Be Doing

  • Qualify inbound and outbound leads via phone outreach to prioritize high-potential SMB opportunities.
  • Master the art of the hunt by identifying SMB prospects and executing personalized outreach.
  • Drive organizational efficiency by maintaining Salesforce data integrity and deploying AI-powered insights to streamline workflows, improve pipeline hygiene, and scale sales productivity.

You're Our Person If...

  • Not just interested in sales but hungry for it. Passionate about mastering the #1 AI CRM and building a long-term career in professional sales.
  • Energized by achieving/exceeding targets and KPIs, displays a high level of accountability, and brings unstoppable energy and resilience to every challenge along the way.
  • A natural ability to break down complex challenges and develop efficient step-by-step technical solutions.
  • Strong verbal and written skills with the ability to convey complex value propositions clearly and professionally.
  • A self-motivated learner who is eager to master the tools and skills required to progress into a full-cycle sales role.

Why Salesforce:

  • Gain real-world experience in lead qualification and customer profiling while serving as the operational backbone of the team.
  • Build your foundation on the #1 AI CRM and develop the technical and operational fluency that serves as a launchpad for your career at Salesforce.
  • Join a team built on Trust and Innovation, prioritizing continuous mentorship and collaborative problem-solving.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Previous internship or work experience in sales
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