Inside Sales Lead Generation Associate
San Francisco

Marin Software provides a browser-based, enterprise-class paid search management application for advertisers and agencies. Designed for those who are spending at least $100,000 monthly on paid search, Marin Search Marketer® addresses the workflow, analysis, and optimization needs for large-scale SEM campaigns, saving time and improving financial performance. Over 180 customers collectively manage in excess of $1 billion of annual search spend via Marin's application. Customers include University of Phoenix, Neo@Ogilvy, Razorfish, Reply! and ZipRealty. Marin is backed by Amicus Capital, Benchmark Capital, DAG Ventures and Focus Ventures.

Responsibilities:
• Qualify and allocate leads for sales teams
• Generate interest in Marin Software through 30-50 outbound calls daily
• Identify, initiate and nurture relationships with prospects both over the phone and via e-mail
• Work with a monthly, quarterly and yearly quota
• Develop and sustain knowledge of Marin Software’s offerings and associated technologies
• Provide feedback to improve marketing and sales efforts
• Reports to VP of Sales
• Opportunity for advancement based on performance

Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• 1-2 years inside sales experience selling software or software-as-a-service
• Attention to detail in working with internal systems (CRM, SFA, etc.).
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new information in customer-facing scenarios
• Confidence to overcome objections and convert interest into qualified leads
• Must be independent, self-motivated and success-driven, yet willing to work within a team environment
• Lead generation, cold calling, objection handling and closing experience desired
Compensation:
• Full-time salaried position with significant incentive performance component -- compensation dependent on prior experience
• Position includes equity participation and comprehensive benefits (healthcare, vision and dental).

Compensation:
Full-time salaried position – compensation dependent on prior experience. Position includes equity participation and comprehensive benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, and commuting).

This is an onsite position at Marin Software’s headquarters in San Francisco’s financial district (2 blocks from BART). Contract-to-hire applicants are OK.

Marin Software is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace

To apply, please send a copy of your resume with "Inside Sales Lead Generation Associate " in subject line to: careers@marinsoftware.com