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Full-Time

Account Executive

@Hybrid or @Remote, WA or FL

Posted on 9/26/2024

OfferUp

OfferUp

201-500 employees

Mobile marketplace for local buying and selling

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$64.6k - $84kAnnually

+ Variable Bonus + Commission + Equity

Entry, Junior

Washington, USA + 1 more

More locations: Florida, USA

Hybrid or remote options available in Washington or Florida.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Cold Calling
Salesforce
Marketing
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Demonstrated track record of setting appointments and/or selling subscription marketing/advertising services over the phone is valued
  • 1-2 years of SDR, BDR or Inside Sales experience with a tech company serving online and brick-and-mortar customers
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
  • 35-45 calls a day (+ 50-60 minutes of talk time) to secure new business by selling licensed businesses the OfferUp Business and/or OfferUp Verified Dealer Programs
  • Grow revenue base from scratch by identifying and closing new business from cold calling (60%) and inbound leads (40%)
  • Provide exemplary customer service to all customers
  • Research and prospect new customers in targeted territories
  • Discover the path to successfully selling to various businesses in various targeted categories (including but not limited to autos, furniture, electronics, etc.)
  • Leverage our tech stack for accurate reporting, discovering opportunities in your process, and efficient outreach to target many businesses.
  • Collaborate with Product, Marketing, and Business Operations to ensure the learnings from customers are incorporated into the overall business direction.
  • Lead, track, and report on all prospecting activity and results in our CRM (Salesforce.com)

OfferUp operates a mobile marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, allowing them to trade a variety of items such as furniture, electronics, and cars. The platform is user-friendly, enabling users to browse listings, check seller profiles, view ratings and transaction histories, and securely communicate to negotiate prices and arrange meetups. Unlike many competitors, OfferUp focuses on peer-to-peer transactions, eliminating intermediaries and fostering direct interactions between individuals. The company generates revenue through advertising, premium listings, and transaction fees, providing sellers with options to enhance their visibility. OfferUp's goal is to create a marketplace that adds value, connects people, and empowers communities, while promoting a strong culture among its team.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$916M

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $120M funding round and acquisition of letgo position OfferUp for significant growth and market dominance.
  • OfferUp's strong community focus and work-life balance initiatives create a positive and supportive work environment.
  • The growing trend of reCommerce, accelerated by COVID-19, presents a lucrative opportunity for OfferUp to expand its market share.

What critics are saying

  • Changes in tax policy could impose additional burdens on OfferUp's sellers, potentially reducing platform activity.
  • The integration of letgo may present challenges in merging user bases and technologies, risking user dissatisfaction.

What makes OfferUp unique

  • OfferUp's integration with letgo consolidates two major local marketplaces, enhancing its user base and market reach.
  • The platform's focus on local, peer-to-peer transactions differentiates it from broader e-commerce giants like eBay and Amazon.
  • OfferUp's user-friendly mobile app with features like secure messaging, ratings, and transaction history provides a seamless and trustworthy user experience.
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