This is a full-time position that offers a hybrid work environment (in the San Antonio, TX office & remote) great work-life balance, & competitive hourly pay, plus incentives.  The business hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with no weekends and paid Holidays. 

As a Lead Generation Specialist, you will provide support to UniFirst’s sales team by calling prospective customers and scheduling appointments for them to meet with a UniFirst Sales Representative. Lead Generation Specialists will receive lists of potential customers they will be responsible for cold calling. These calls will determine the overall interest of the prospective customer and assess whether or not they meet UniFirst’s requirements for new service.

Make high-volume outbound phone callsClearly communicate thorough knowledge of UniFirst products to potential customersPlace a minimum number of business-to-business calls per day to prospective customersSet a minimum number of appointments per day for the Outside Sales RepresentativesQualifying the prospect to determine if the potential customer meets UniFirst’s new business requirementsCreate an excellent first impression and build a quick phone rapport with key individuals as you probe for pain points and growth opportunities.Schedule qualified appointments for the Sales TeamSend emails to the Sales Representative once the appointment has been scheduled

Qualifications

Prior phone sales, telemarketing, or appointment setting preferredCRM software experience a plusExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to multi-task and handle multiple prioritiesMastery of Multi-Line Phones & all types of Office EquipmentAbility to work well independently and within a team environmentExperience using office productivity software tools like Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook.High School Diploma or GED equivalent

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