About the Sales Development Program

Are you driven by results and achieving goals? Have a passion for problem solving? You’ve come to the right place. We’re seeking sales associates to join our Global Business Sales or Global Technology Sales team. You’ll be part of a fast-paced, dynamic team providing the highest level of sales support in procuring C-level individuals in some of the world’s most successful companies as potential new clients.

You’ll apply strategic thinking and relationship building to help get executives on board to solve the most pressing business challenges affecting Fortune 500 executives from around the globe. You will understand their critical initiatives, align Gartner research and expertise, and help Gartner maintain its growth by ensuring strong business development of new clients.

Upon joining Gartner, you will be aligned to one of two pathways – Account Management (AMX) or Business Development (BDX) where you will then be aligned with one or more Sales Executives. After successful completion of the Sales Development Program, you will have the opportunity to be promoted into a quota bearing role on one of our Sales teams. 

What you will do

Partner with Sales Executives to create customized strategic plans for sales territories, with a goal of supporting their monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets.Successful participation and completion of the sales development program training curriculum within 15 months.Generate leads by prospecting potential clients, identify new sales opportunities with existing clients, and qualifying inbound leads.Research prospective and existing companies, C-Level executives, business trends, and competitive intelligence to prepare relevant and tailored outreach to secure meetings.Proactively schedule calls with prospective and existing clients via phone, email, LinkedIn, and cold calling.Educate prospects and clients on the value of Gartner’s renowned products and services.Shadow and/or own calls with aligned Sales Executive.Support follow up actions to enable pipeline progression and drive client engagement.

What You Will Get

Extensive support: work closely with and learn from colleagues, mentors, and managers.Make an impact: the ability to do meaningful real-life work and learn executives’ priorities and opportunities.Meet great people: collaborate with like-minded, goal-oriented peers and mentors who are always there to help.Be empowered: join an organization that allows associates to reach their full potential in an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities.Have fun: socialize with other interns around the globe.Fuel your future: develop your skill set as you look ahead to your future career.

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s degree preferred (all majors welcome)Relevant work or internship in sales or customer serviceUnmatched ability to establish credibility with senior-level executivesAdvanced computer and internet search skillsVarsity-level communication, writing, problem-solving, and time management skillsAbility to plan and prioritize daily tasks/responsibilitiesDemonstrated ability to work well under pressureCollaborating with others to overcome challenges

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Who are we? 

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work? 

Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer? 

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. 

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

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