# Business Development Representative (BDR) at Cognite

- Company: Cognite
- What the company does: Deliver a step-change in productivity, safety, and performance with unified, trustworthy industrial data for every use case. Backed by Accel.
- Company website: https://www.cognite.com/en/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: USA (Phoenix)
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-08-04
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/cognite/jobs/4942059101
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cognite-business-development-representative-bdr/

## About the role

We thrive in challenges. We challenge assumptions. We execute with speed and ownership. If you view obstacles as signals to step forward - not backwards - you’ll feel right at home here. Our Moonshot is bold: Unlock $100B in customer value by 2035, and redefine how global industry works. Join us in this venture where AI and data meet ingenuity, and together, we will forge the path to a smarter, more connected industrial future.

## What they're looking for

- The Business Development Representative (BDR) drives pipeline growth by identifying, engaging, and qualifying leads
- This role is one of the first touchpoints for prospects, and it has the opportunity to set the tone for the sales cycle that follows
- You will possess expertise in understanding the unique challenges faced by clients in the manufacturing sector, and your role is crucial in initiating relationships with potential customers
- A significant part of your job will involve following up with inbound leads promptly, ensuring that no opportunities are missed
- You will also attend events, manage event leads, and conduct outreach to nurture these relationships through the sales funnel
- Working closely with the sales team and marketing, your proactive approach will ensure a steady flow of high-quality leads, enabling the sales team to focus on closing deals and expanding existing accounts

Tags: Marketing