Inside Sales Business Development
NewBe an early applicantOverview:
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.
Come make an impact every day at Zebra.
What We're Looking For:
Independently, or as part of a team, contacts existing and/or prospective customers by telephone. Observes and participates in identifying products and/or services that can benefit customer needs. Responsible for selling relatively simple products or services to end user or channel partner accounts. Typically, smaller accounts, unless partnered with a more senior Account Manager or Channel Manager.This position requires fully onsite work in the Chicago, IL office.
This position is expected to start in Summer 2027.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Knowledge/Expertise
Technical Skills
Requires basic technical product knowledge
Knowledge of Zebra
Has solid understanding of Products/Services sold
Sales Skills
Understands Solution Selling concepts and overcomes customer objections; solid communication skills
Managerial Skills
Understands where to turn for answers
Business Acumen
Understands basics of customer needs and/or business and drivers of Zebra; presents product characteristics (features/benefits)
Market/customer Knowledge
Understands competitive strengths and weaknesses
Solution Complexity/Strategic Thinking
Nature of Problems Solved
Solves routine, simple problems (e.g., overcoming common objections)
Role in Addressing Problems
Understands and responds with answers to customer's technical questions
Complexity of Solutions
Typically low to medium complexity (e.g. routine feature/benefit analysis)
Freedom to Act
Level of Guidance
Makes decisions based on established practices/policies and within fairly well defined parameters; proceeds independently and proactively on relatively routine issues/problems
Takes Direction From Supervisor and established practices and policies
Customer Interface
Role
Acts independently or as a team member
Level of Customer Contact
End users for small items; retail management or influencers on larger teams
Main Level of Interaction
Participates in the process or closer for smaller sales
Required Knowledge of Customer
Buying drivers and unique business challenges
Accountability
Business and Financial Impact
Responsible for individual revenue attainment with established prices and personal expenses
Relative Size and Scope
Relatively small individual quotas for the business overall
Types of Projects
Many small routine deals
Strategic Impact for Zebra
Low / short-term
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful completion of a Zebra Technologies Internship
Requires basic technical product knowledge
Understands Solution Selling concepts and overcomes customer objections
Solid communication skills
Understands where to turn for answers
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com.
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Pay Range:
$55,520.00 - $83,280.00 AnnualIncentive Compensation:
In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role an opportunity to earn variable compensation in the form of commission for achieving quota, at 67% , in accordance with the terms of the applicable sales incentive plan.Zebra Total Rewards:
Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.
Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.
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