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Full-Time

Sales Development Representative

London-based

Updated on 10/1/2024

Kpler

Kpler

201-500 employees

Provides data and analytics for commodity markets

Financial Services
Enterprise Software
Data & Analytics

Junior

London, UK

Flexible remote/hybrid; must commute to Victoria office when required.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Lead Generation
Cold Calling
Salesforce
Marketing
Requirements
  • 1-2 years of experience as a Sales Development Representative (SDR) in B2B tech/SaaS/DaaS
  • Fluent in English, and other EU languages are a big plus!
  • Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
  • A proactive, ‘hunter’ mentality
  • Highly personable and confident interacting in person and over the phone with senior personnel
  • Organized, structured, able to work under pressure, but effective and capable of meeting deadlines
  • Professional customer-centric manner
  • Desire to learn, and a keen interest in developing a career within a high-performing sales culture
  • Tech-savvy with a genuine interest in disruptive technologies and current market trends
  • Candidates should be already based in London and have the right to work and live in the UK without sponsorship
Responsibilities
  • Research and Map Clients and Target Prospects in the Industry (Commodities/Energy/Maritime/Financial)
  • Keep track of Industry Events to have meaningful conversations with Prospects and contribute to Regional Marketing Strategy.
  • Generate and qualify business opportunities through professional, dedicated prospecting via multiple channels
  • Working with the Sales team to Tailor a unique sales pitch/value proposition to prospects
  • Use a variety of tools to research prospective leads.
  • Develop OUTBOUND Leads through cold calling, cold emailing, and networking, amongst other means.
  • Develop excellent qualified leads to hand over to the sales team.
  • Support Commercial/Account Managers with their lead-generation activities
  • Enrich the CRM Platform (Salesforce) with relevant and precise information about Clients, Prospects, leads, and qualified opportunities
  • Work alongside the marketing team to capitalize on engagement generated from events and their lead-generation activity
  • Meet and exceed all quarterly and annual sales quota

Kpler provides intelligence solutions for commodity markets, focusing on over 25 different commodities including oil, gas, LNG, and maritime freight. The company offers real-time data and analytics through various platforms such as a web-based terminal, API, SDK, and Excel add-in, allowing clients to easily integrate this information into their workflows. Kpler serves a diverse clientele, including portfolio managers and brokers, who rely on its insights for strategic decision-making. Unlike competitors, Kpler emphasizes transparency and accuracy, providing detailed insights into complex markets, such as U.S. crude oil export flows and global storage inventories. The company's goal is to empower clients with high-quality data to navigate volatile markets effectively.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$200M

Headquarters

Paris, France

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

33%

2 year growth

143%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kpler's selection as the official data provider for the WTO's Global Trade Data Portal underscores its industry credibility and potential for further growth.
  • The acquisition of MarineTraffic and FleetMon expands Kpler's capabilities in the maritime sector, enhancing its comprehensive data offerings.
  • A $220 million private equity funding round provides significant financial backing for future expansions and technological advancements.

What critics are saying

  • The volatile nature of commodity markets can lead to unpredictable revenue streams, impacting financial stability.
  • Integration challenges from multiple acquisitions could strain resources and affect operational efficiency.

What makes Kpler unique

  • Kpler offers real-time data and analytics across more than 25 commodity markets, providing unparalleled visibility into complex markets like U.S. crude oil export flows and global storage inventories.
  • The company's multi-channel access points, including a web-based terminal, API, SDK, and Excel add-in, ensure seamless integration into clients' existing workflows, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Kpler's commitment to transparency and accuracy, along with its continuous data updates and strategic acquisitions like JBC Energy, MarineTraffic, and FleetMon, solidify its leadership in the commodity data analytics space.