Business Development Representative (BDR)

At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Intern...

At Cloudflare, we’re not looking for people who wait for a polished roadmap; we’re looking for the builders who see the cracks in the Internet that everyone else has simply learned to live with. We value candidates who have the instinct to spot a "normalized" problem and the AI-native curiosity to create a solution ...

In this role, you will contribute to Cloudflare's revenue generation engine by delivering pipeline at scale to the Sales counterparts. You will do this through a maniacal focus on people, process, and tools. The Business Development organization is anchored in a culture focused on the development & training of its e...

In this role, you will contribute to Cloudflare's revenue generation engine by delivering pipeline at scale to the Sales counterparts. You will do this through a maniacal focus on people, process, and tools. The Business Development organization is anchored in a culture focused on the development & training of its employees, incubating talent across the company, teamwork, and celebrating success. With flawless execution, we believe the Business Development organization will be a competitive differentiator for Cloudflare.
In this role, your primary responsibility is driving business growth and expanding the customer base of Cloudflare by identifying and nurturing potential opportunities through proactive outreach and effective lead qualification.
Prospect and research potential leads or target accounts
Initiate outbound calls to introduce Cloudflare products/services
Qualify leads based on interest, budget, authority, and fit
Build relationships and rapport with potential customers
Develop in-depth knowledge of Cloudflare offerings
Manage and update CRM with accurate information
Collaborate with the sales team to hand off qualified opportunities
Meet or exceed set targets and KPIs
Stay updated on industry trends and market conditions
Provide regular reports and insights to managers and fellow team members

Minimum 6 months to 1 year of professional working experience, coupled with an interest in transitioning to a role in outbound sales
Minimum 6 months to 1 year of proven experience in a sales or business development role, with a focus on outbound prospecting or lead generation
Ability to meet and exceed achievable targets
Foundational knowledge of computer networking and “how the internet works”
Motivation, drive and a self-starting attitude
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, such as sales and marketing
Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce.com, proficiency in LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and familiarity with tools like Outreach.io or Salesloft would be advantageous
Effective communicator with strong follow-up skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to handle rejection or objections in a positive manner
Resolute desire to move up in other sales functions at Cloudflare
Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and terminology
Ability to travel within and outside the United States and/or Canada as required
Making a minimum of 50 outbound calls per day
Sending a minimum of 30 targeted emails per day using Salesloft
Generating a minimum of 2 qualified opportunities per week through calls, email and social outreach
Actively managing and progressing sales cadences (Salesloft)
Ensuring timely follow-up on all leads or inquiries within 24 hours
Meeting or exceeding assigned sales targets and KPIs
Keeping CRM data accurate and up-to-date at all times
Receiving positive feedback from team members or manager