Alliance HCMVerified Source

Sales Development Specialist, HCM & Payroll SaaS

Onsite · Houston, Texas
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

Own prospecting and early-stage sales efforts for a payroll and benefits software platform at a growing HCM company. You will engage potential clients, schedule initial meetings, and help the Sales team convert leads at scale. You will work with a collaborative team in The Woodlands, TX, and use a single cloud-based software database to track progress. This role offers hands-on experience in a full-cycle sales environment and a path to advance within a fast-moving organization.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Build a cadence of outbound outreach including at least 60 calls and 30 emails per day to generate qualified leads
  • 2Design and schedule initial meetings for the Sales team to advance opportunities
  • 3Research and evaluate potential leads online to identify fit and buying signals
  • 4Share critical information with the Sales team to enable productive conversations
  • 5Ship accurate contact and progress data in Salesforce to ensure team alignment and visibility

Requirements7

  • 1At least one year of experience in marketing inside sales or business development preferred
  • 2Strong oral and written communication skills and active listening
  • 3Ability to articulate product selling points via phone and email
  • 4Positive attitude and resilience in the face of rejection
  • 5Self-motivation, persistence, and ability to work independently while maintaining relationships
  • 6Bachelor's degree is a plus
  • 7Experience coordinating sales functions including prospecting and lead research

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationHouston, Texas

Required Skills

Cold CallingEmail OutreachLead ResearchSalesforceOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationResilienceSelf Motivation
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