Sales Development Representative, Bellevue in Bellevue, Washington

Get to know Okta
Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology-anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth.
At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box – we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.
Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.
This role requires the SDR to work out of the Bellevue, WA office, 4 days a week, Monday through Thursday. The candidate would be required to relocate (if not already in that location) within a specific timeframe agreed upon with the manager & recruiting. Okta will not provide relocation assistance.
The Team
At Okta, our Sales Development team is at the heart of everything we do-a high-energy, mission-driven group dedicated to driving top-of-funnel success and building a repeatable, high-quality pipeline. We’re a diverse and inclusive team of trusted, high-performing individuals who are motivated by meaningful work, and where achievements are celebrated. In a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment, we innovate constantly and work together to drive impact.
The Opportunity
Okta is looking for Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) to research accounts and contact prospects using phone and email outreach to set meetings that generate pipeline for our sales organization. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, curious, and motivated. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication skills. A strong candidate is flexible with change, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and eager to advance their career in sales.
SDRs are assigned a territory of accounts and are responsible for planning, researching, and strategizing how to set meetings within these accounts. The SDR will find the right people to connect with, make calls and send emails to gauge a fit, determine how Okta can help, then set up a meeting with their assigned Account Executive.
What You’ll Be Doing
Utilize sales engagement tools to research contacts and accounts to strategize with Marketing and Account Executives on prospecting plans.
Conduct discovery conversations with IT Executives in targeted accounts.
Generate qualified meetings and opportunities for aligned Account Executives by following up on warm (inbound) leads and researched prospects.
Utilize active listening skills to uncover customer needs and business problems to effectively communicate how Okta can solve them.
Work cross functionally to increase conversion rates and generate quality pipeline
Consistently achieve quota by hitting call, email, meeting, and pipeline targets.
Use and maintain Salesforce.com to keep data accurate.
What You’ll Bring To The Role
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
6-12 months of previous business experience
Previous experience with sales and prospecting tools a plus: Salesforce, Outreach, Linkedin Sales Navigator
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to navigate different systems and tools and follow process
Highly motivated and driven individual who thrives working toward monthly and quarterly quotas
A desire to grow and advance a career in sales
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
We aren’t looking for someone who ticks every single box on a page; we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. If you think you’d be a great fit, please apply!
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