Full-Time

Account Executive

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OfferUp

OfferUp

201-500 employees

Mobile marketplace for local buying and selling

Compensation Overview

$64.6k/yr

+ Variable Bonus + Sales Incentives

Entry, Junior

Florida, USA

Remote

Candidates must be based in Florida.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • Demonstrated track record of setting appointments and/or selling subscription marketing/advertising services over the phone is valued
  • Experience in a short sales cycle is preferred
  • 1-2 years of SDR, BDR or Inside Sales experience with a tech company serving online and brick-and-mortar customers
  • Competitive drive, optimism, and confidence
  • Demonstrated proficiency in prospecting and hunting for new clients
  • Resourceful and adaptable, and can identify creative solutions that may not be 'how it is done' in this space
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
  • 50-60 calls a day (+ 60 minutes of talk time) to secure new business by selling licensed businesses the OfferUp Business and/or OfferUp Verified Dealer Programs
  • 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)
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in a short sales cycle is preferred

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 traditional marketplaces, 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, offering sellers 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, neighborly culture among its users.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$380.6M

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing interest in recommerce boosts OfferUp's appeal in the second-hand goods market.
  • AI integration for personalized recommendations enhances user experience and platform efficiency.
  • Mobile-first shopping trends align with OfferUp's app-centric business model.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Facebook Marketplace threatens OfferUp's market share and user retention.
  • Integration with letgo may cause user dissatisfaction if not executed smoothly.
  • Recent workforce reduction could hinder OfferUp's innovation and platform maintenance.

What makes OfferUp unique

  • OfferUp integrates with letgo, expanding its marketplace reach and user base.
  • The platform offers a mobile-first experience, crucial for modern consumer engagement.
  • OfferUp focuses on hyper-localization, enhancing community engagement and local transactions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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