Inside Sales Representative (Entry-Level)

CDO Grouporporated

Oak Park, Illinois

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Business Development, Business Growth, Business-to-Business (B2B), Campaigns, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Customer Acquisition, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Dental Insurance, Follow Through, Franchise Development, Inside Sales, Lead Generation, Leadership, LinkedIn, Market Trend Analysis, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Proposal Writing, Retail, Sales, Sales Pipeline, Sales Prospecting, Sales Qualification, Team Player, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Oak Park, Illinois
POSTED
30+ days ago

Company Overview:

CDO Group has been a leader in construction management and general contracting for over 28 years. As an innovative, results-driven company, we specialize in delivering high-quality projects across the nation, partnering with top-tier brands in retail, hospitality, and beyond. Visit www.cdogroup.com to learn more.

We're growing and looking for a motivated and energetic Inside Sales Representative to join our sales team and help drive new client acquisition and long-term business growth from our Oak Park headquarters.

Position Summary:

As an Inside Business Development Rep, you’ll play a critical role in generating qualified leads, setting appointments, and fueling the top of our sales pipeline. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys connecting with decision-makers, and is eager to learn the commercial construction industry.

What You’ll Do:

  • Prospect and identify new opportunities with multi-unit brands, franchise groups, developers, and national retailers.
  • Make 50 plus calls/emails per day to introduce CDO Group’s services and secure discovery meetings.
  • Research and qualify leads using LinkedIn, CRM tools (HubSpot), and internal data sources.
  • Schedule and support virtual or in-person sales meetings for senior reps and leadership.
  • Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to craft personalized outreach messages and campaigns.
  • Maintain up-to-date and accurate activity records in HubSpot CRM.
  • Support proposal and pitch creation for prospective clients.
  • Provide insight and feedback to leadership on lead quality and market trends.
  • Engage in LinkedIn networking and industry research to uncover hidden opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 2–5 years of B2B inside sales, appointment setting, or lead generation experience (construction or commercial services preferred).
  • Excellent phone and written communication skills — confident, concise, and personable.
  • A high level of organization and follow-through.
  • Tech-savvy with experience in CRM tools (preferably HubSpot), LinkedIn, and Microsoft Office.
  • A team player with a self-starter attitude who takes initiative and ownership.
  • Able to work in-person at our Oak Park, IL office.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic, growing team of industry leaders.
  • Professional development opportunities and industry event participation.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Location: Oak Park, IL

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

 

About the Company

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CDO Grouporporated