Sales Development Representative I (Full Time) - United States (Virtual Demand Center)

Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Meet the Team The Virtual Demand Center is one of Cisco’s fastest-growing sales and marketing teams, serving as the talent engine for Cisco Sales & Marketing. This diverse and motivated team consistently delivers profitable growth, contributing significantly to Cisco's overall sales strategy. Joining this team means gaining a deep understanding of Cisco’s solutions and customers, surrounded by and learning from top industry professionals. You'll be inspired by continuous enablement and coaching, setting you up for both immediate and future success within a dynamic environment. Your Impact As a Sales Development Representative, you will directly manage inbound inquiries across various channels, qualifying leads to drive significant pipeline growth for Cisco. You will partner with internal sales teams to progress these qualified leads, directly impacting revenue generation and market expansion. Your role involves enhancing lead management processes to improve conversion efficiency and ensuring data integrity across critical systems, contributing to operational excellence. Additionally, you will uncover new revenue opportunities through up-sell and cross-sell identification, making a tangible impact on Cisco's financial success and market reach. Minimum Qualifications Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or relevant degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 1 year of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience) or Bachelors + 0 years of relevant experience. Relevant fields include: Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, etc. Inbound/ outbound sales and/or lead-generation experience in a high-tech or SaaS company. Fluent in English. Able to legally live and work in the country of application without visa support or sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications Passion for innovative technology and ability to quickly learn new IT software products and understand business-critical solutions. Curious and enjoys solving complex problems. Understands the importance of adapting communication style effectively to different audiences. Thrives in a team environment and utilizes identified standard processes. Continuously seeks and integrates feedback to foster growth, change, and a positive work environment. 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. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. ... (truncated, view full listing at source)