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Business Development AssociateFlextronics • Austin, Texas, United States
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Business Development Associate

Flextronics
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    Austin, Texas, United States
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    Austin, Texas, United States
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About

Business Development Associate

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Associate in Austin, TX to support our Core Industrial and Lifestyle Business Development team. Reporting to the Sr Director of Business Development, this entry-level position is ideal for students or early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in sales and customer engagement. This role includes developing detailed outbound customer outreach strategies, executing outbound strategies through creative outreach (networking platforms, cold-calling, emails, targeted marketing), maintaining high levels of data integrity (CRM and other outreach platforms) and handing-off qualified opportunities to the Business Development community.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Conduct outbound cold calls to potential customers to introduce company products and services
  • Schedule meetings or demos for BD representatives with interested leads
  • Update and maintain customer records and sales activities in CRM systems
  • Assist with lead generation and research (e.g., LinkedIn, company databases)
  • Develop creative strategies to engage multiple levels of the target customer's organization
  • Support cross-functional team in qualifying accounts and opportunities
  • Support in the preparation of sales materials, reports, and presentations
  • Perform general clerical tasks such as data entry, document formatting, and internal follow-up
  • Collaborate with the BD and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging
  • Track customer responses and help improve cold call scripts and outreach techniques

The experience we are looking to add to our team:

  • Recent graduate (or graduating soon) with a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or related field (preferred, not mandatory)
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Comfortable making cold calls and engaging with customers professionally
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)
  • Minimal travel required with potential travel requirements for customer meetings as required
  • Previous experience in customer service or telemarketing is a plus
  • Familiarity with sales or marketing concepts is a plus

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category

Sales - Marketing - Account Mgmt

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

  • Austin, Texas, United States

Languages

  • English
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