Purpose of Role: The Inside Sales Executive is responsible for driving outbound sales efforts by proactively engaging potential customers through phone-based communication. This role focuses on identifying customer needs, presenting tailored product or service solutions, and closing sales to contribute to revenue growth. The position requires a persuasive communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, dedicated to delivering results in a fast-paced sales environment.
Accountability & Responsibilities of Role:
· Make outbound calls to prospective customers from provided databases or marketing-generated leads.
· Understand customer needs and qualify leads to pitch appropriate products or services.
· Address objections and convert cold/warm leads into confirmed sales or scheduled follow-ups.
· Accurately document customer interactions and outcomes in the CRM system.
· Consistently meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets and performance KPIs.
· Conduct timely follow-ups through calls, emails, or messaging platforms to nurture leads and close deals.
· Ensure a high standard of customer service throughout the sales process to encourage satisfaction and retention.
· Stay informed on product features, promotions, industry trends, and competitor offerings.
Cross-sell additional products or services based on customer needs and interest to maximize sales opportunities.
Position Requirements:
Educational Background:
· Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (preferred).
Work Experience:
· 1–3 years of experience in outbound calling, tele sales, or inside sales.
· Experience with CRM systems and sales tracking tools.
· Preferred exposure to B2C or B2B tele sales in industries such as telecom, education, finance, SaaS, or insurance.
Technical / Industry Skills:
· Strong communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
· Target-driven with a high level of self-motivation and resilience.
· Multilingual abilities are a plus.
Key Competencies:
· Delivering Results & Fostering Ownership: Consistently meets performance metrics and takes accountability for results.
· Building Customer Value: Anticipates customer needs and provides solutions that build loyalty and satisfaction.
· Networking & Influencing Collaboratively: Builds rapport quickly and influences decisions through clear, persuasive communication.
· Driving Change: Adapts to changing goals and market conditions with agility and a positive attitude.
· Shaping Strategy: Stays informed about industry trends and aligns sales pitches to business strategy.
· Leading Teams: Supports team success through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and peer motivation (if applicable).
Success Metrics:
· Number of conversions/sales achieved
· Call volume and productive talk time
· Conversion rate from leads to customers
· Follow-up response rate and CRM data accuracy
Work Environment & Schedule:
· Full-time role; shift-based or fixed schedule as per business requirements
· On-site model
· May require weekend availability based on campaign or customer demand