Sales Lead Development Representative

Job Description Join Cisco - Where Your Talent Meets Opportunity Are you ready to shape the future of sales while being celebrated for your creativity, ambition, and resilience Imagine working in a dynamic environment where colleagues become friends, managers are mentors, and every day brings exciting challenges and opportunities. If you're passionate about technology, sales, and building meaningful customer relationships, this role is your next big move. About The Role - Sales Lead Development Representative (India) As a Sales Lead Development Representative (SDR) in Cisco's Virtual Demand Center, you'll be at the forefront of Cisco's growth in the INDIA region, playing a vital role in identifying and qualifying sales opportunities. Your mission To connect with customers and partners, understand their needs, and build a strong sales pipeline using the proven ANUM sales method. By converting inbound demand from calls, chats, marketing campaigns, events, and webinars into qualified opportunities, you'll be the catalyst for driving business success. This role is not just a job; it's a launchpad for your sales career at Cisco. As part of the Virtual Demand Center, you'll work closely with stakeholders and channel partners, gaining unparalleled exposure to Cisco's cutting-edge technology and sales strategies. With opportunities for growth and promotion, this is your chance to make a real impact on one of the world's most innovative companies. How You'll Make an Impact - Be the first point of contact for inbound demand from customers across INDIA, engaging through calls, chats, call-back forms, and marketing initiatives from events, webinars, and campaigns. - Qualify sales opportunities using ANUM sales method, converting leads to pipeline opportunities. - Collaborate with partners to provide tailored solutions and ensure seamless handoff for partner engagement. - Leverage innovative sales models (cloud, services, and software) and Cisco technologies to maximize customer value. - Engage with stakeholders to align strategies and deliver exceptional customer experiences. - Develop expertise in Cisco's architecture and offerings, jump-starting your sales career with future growth opportunities. What We're Looking For We're seeking dynamic individuals who thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment and are passionate about sales, technology, and building relationships. If you see challenges as opportunities and are eager to make an impact, this is the role for you. What Makes You a Great Fit - 3+ years of B2B sales experience in a similar or adjacent industry, start-up, or consultancy, ideally with tech knowledge. - A background in networking, security, and sales. - Excellent English communication skills, with proficiency in any INDIA local language to engage with clients across the region. - A proven track record of owning the pre-sales phase, including qualifying leads and working closely with customers, partners, and stakeholders. - Growth and goal-oriented mentality with determination, tenacity, and drive to exceed targets. - Agility, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills to adapt to a changing environment. - A history of career progression and a desire for continuous learning and development. - A BS/BA degree or equivalent experience. What Makes This Role Worthwhile - Career Development: Cisco invests in your growth with mentorship, training, and clear career paths. - Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity and empowers individuals to succeed. - Exciting Challenges: Be part of a dynamic environment where you'll make a measurable impact on Cisco's success in the INDIA territory. - Global Leader: Work with a company recognized for its innovation and commitment to social responsibility. Your Journey Starts Here If you're ready to take the next step in your sales career with a company that's transforming businesses and communities, we want to hear from you. Join us at Cisco, where your talent meets endless possibilities. Why Cisco At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.