Full-Time

Business Development Representative

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Wander

Wander

51-200 employees

Vacation home rentals with hotel amenities

Consumer Software
Real Estate

Entry, Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Must be US-based or work/live in PST, CST, MST, or EST.

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Sales
Cold Calling
Word/Pages/Docs
Requirements
  • Must be US-based or work/live in PST, CST, MST, or EST
  • Must have a professional work set-up with high speed internet and an iPhone
  • Proven experience in a sales or business development role, preferably within the travel or real estate industry
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and schedules
  • Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and the ability to work independently
  • Proficient in using CRM software, Google Docs, and Zoom
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
  • Cold Calling and Pitching
  • Thorough Discovery Process
  • Scheduling and Coordination:
  • Schedule Deep Dive meetings, adding calls for all parties to calendars with video conferencing links
  • Ensure all parties accept invites and follow up to confirm availability
  • Introduce AEs to owners/prospects via email
  • Meeting Participation and Documentation:
  • Attend Deep Dive meetings, take detailed notes, and review call recordings for continuous learning
  • Create projections and capex requirements ahead of each call
  • Review calls with leadership for additional coaching
  • Send a call summary to all parties along with relevant documents
  • Follow-Up:
  • Maintain open lines of communication, ensuring follow-ups if there’s a period of no contact
  • Schedule and attend contract review calls, adding to calendars with video conference links
  • Send summaries and follow up after a week if contracts remain unsigned

Wander.com offers vacation home rentals that come with hotel-grade amenities, catering to a wide range of travelers from casual vacationers to frequent visitors. The platform allows users to browse and book vacation homes through the Wander app, which features a diverse portfolio of properties in various scenic locations. Each rental is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including modern workstations, top-tier cleaning services, and 24/7 concierge support. What sets Wander apart from traditional vacation rental services is its focus on combining the comfort of a home with luxury hotel-like features. The company's goal is to create a relaxing and thoughtful vacation experience for its users, as evidenced by the positive feedback from over 212,603 app users who appreciate the service.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$31.1M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

32%

1 year growth

56%

2 year growth

175%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Wander's rapid growth and positive user reviews indicate strong market acceptance and potential for continued expansion.
  • The $100M credit facility from Credit Suisse provides significant financial backing to accelerate portfolio growth.
  • Innovative partnerships and a focus on luxury and comfort position Wander to disrupt the high-end vacation rental market.

What critics are saying

  • The luxury vacation rental market is highly competitive, requiring continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Dependence on high-end clientele may limit market reach and make the company vulnerable to economic downturns.

What makes Wander unique

  • Wander.com uniquely combines vacation home rentals with hotel-grade amenities, setting it apart from traditional vacation rental platforms.
  • The company's digital platform and user-friendly app streamline the booking process, enhancing user experience and convenience.
  • Strategic partnerships with brands like Bryte for smart mattresses and Once Upon A Coconut for premium refreshments further elevate the luxury experience.

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