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Centre Technologies

Sales Development Associate - AEDP

Centre Technologies, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Position Overview Centre Technologies is expanding our sales team and is seeking a Sales Development Associate as part of our Account Executive Development Program (AEDP). This role is designed for aspiring sales professionals who are interested in building a long-term career in technology sales but may not yet have formal BDR or IT sales experience. The Sales Development Associate will receive hands‑on training, coaching, and real‑world exposure to Centre’s sales process, solutions, and client base. This position serves as a foundational role and is intended to prepare individuals for future promotion into an Account Executive position.

Our Company Culture Centre Technologies values collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our team works closely across sales, engineering, and delivery to help clients select and manage IT solutions that support their business goals. We invest in our people and believe strong outcomes for our clients start with well‑trained, supported employees.

Key Responsibilities Sales Development

Conduct outbound prospecting activities including phone calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach

Identify and qualify potential clients within assigned territories

Research target accounts and understand basic business and technology needs

Schedule discovery meetings and pass qualified opportunities to Account Executives

Training & Development

Participate in the Account Executive Development Program, including sales training and product education

Learn Centre’s portfolio of managed services, cloud, infrastructure, and security solutions

Shadow Account Executives on sales calls, meetings, and client presentations

Develop foundational knowledge of the MSP sales cycle and consultative selling approach

Sales Support & Administration

Maintain accurate records of activities and opportunities in the CRM

Assist with proposal preparation, pricing requests, and internal coordination

Support territory planning and pipeline development efforts

Stay informed on competitors and general market trends

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

Interest in sales, business development, or technology

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Comfortable speaking with business professionals and decision‑makers

Self‑motivated, coachable, and willing to learn

Ability to manage time, follow processes, and work toward activity goals

Prior sales or customer‑facing experience is a plus, but not required

Career Path The Sales Development Associate – AEDP role is intended to prepare individuals for advancement into an Account Executive position. Progression is based on performance, skill development, and business needs.

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