Looking to break into B2B sales with a company that's helping the next generation of food and beverage brands stand out? SV Academy is partnering with a fast-growing, mission-driven packaging tech company that's disrupting the status quo in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) space. As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you'll join a passionate team focused on helping health-forward, emerging brands scale with beautiful, customized packaging - minus the delays, high costs, and complexity of traditional suppliers.

About SV Academy

SV Academy is dedicated to helping aspiring sales professionals build successful careers in the tech industry. Through structured training, hands-on coaching, and strong employer partnerships, we've helped thousands of graduates secure roles at leading technology companies.

This program includes:

Two weeks of hands-on sales training with expert coaching

A full-time BDR opportunity with a high-growth company in the CPG tech space

Real-world experience, mentorship, and skill development to prepare you for long-term success in sales

A strong internal growth path, with opportunities to advance into Senior BDR or AE roles

About the BDR Role

As a Business Development Representative, you'll take a proactive, research-driven approach to identifying and connecting with emerging brands in the food and beverage industry. You'll work closely with Account Executives to build a high-quality pipeline and bring innovative packaging solutions to market.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct outbound outreach via email, phone, LinkedIn, and events to generate business opportunities
• Book qualified meetings for Account Executives by targeting key decision-makers (founders, procurement, ops, marketing)
• Research high-potential brands based on criteria like revenue, SKU count, and retail presence
• Qualify prospects based on packaging spend, order frequency, and growth potential
• Collaborate with AEs for smooth hand-offs and pipeline progression
• Log activities and track KPIs using Salesforce and other sales tools

You'll Thrive in this Role if You:

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Are self-motivated, curious, and resilient - you enjoy a fast-paced environment and hitting goals
• Are coachable and eager to learn from feedback
• Feel confident conducting cold outreach over phone, email, and LinkedIn
• Have excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Are familiar with tools like Salesforce, ZoomInfo, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator (a plus)

What's in it for You:

• A defined career development path with ongoing coaching and mentorship
• Continuous sales training and real-world experience
• A collaborative, growth-oriented culture where your wins are celebrated
• Excellent benefits, including wellness days and health/dental/vision coverage

Core Competencies for Success:

• Self-Motivation & Persistence: Able to handle "no," stay organized, and work independently
• Strong Communication: Clear, professional communication over phone and email
• Coachability: Eager to learn, accept feedback, and improve
• Outbound Prospecting: Confident initiating cold calls, emails, and social outreach
• Tech Proficiency: Experience or ability to learn Salesforce, Salesloft, Outlook, and other sales tools

Requirements:

• Full-time availability for the duration of the Residency
• A clear understanding of the BDR role and how your skills align with it
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A passion for sales, business development, and hitting targets

If you're ready to own your success and embark on an exciting career in tech sales, apply today and let SV Academy help you get there!