Business Development Representative – Data Foundation (Chicago)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Salesforce scores B on the Alion truth index.
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About Salesforce
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The Experience
Data Foundation is Salesforce's enterprise data and integration business, built on two industry-leading products: MuleSoft, the world's #1 integration platform, and Informatica, the enterprise standard for data management, governance, and Master Data Management (MDM). As a Business Development Representative (BDR) on the Data Foundation team, you will own outbound pipeline generation aligned to either MuleSoft or Informatica, partnering directly with an Account Executive (AE) to drive growth across a range of account sizes and industries. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois and offers a clear path to becoming a Data Foundation Account Executive carrying quota across both product lines.
What You'll Actually Be Doing
- Execute high-volume, high-quality outbound prospecting across email, phone, LinkedIn, and video - personalized to integration and data management pain points across key verticals including Financial Services, Healthcare and Life Sciences, and Manufacturing
- Partner with your aligned AE to prioritize accounts, develop territory strategies, and build account maps identifying key decision-makers and AI investment signals
- Navigate multi-stakeholder conversations with buyers including Chief Information Officers, Chief Technology Officers, Chief Data Officers, and Enterprise Architects
- Participate in structured sales training and product enablement to build fluency across MuleSoft and Informatica, with an accelerated path to promotion for those who demonstrate pipeline quality and business acumen
You're Our Person If...
- 1-2 years of professional experience in sales, consulting, customer success, or another client-facing role - or a demonstrated passion for technology and sales
- Exceptional communication skills: clear, concise, and compelling in writing and on the phone
- Natural curiosity about technology and how it works, combined with resilience and a growth mindset
- Strong research and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Even Better If...
- Familiarity with enterprise software concepts such as Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), data integration, Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL), cloud platforms, or software as a service (SaaS)
- Exposure to data management, MDM, or data governance concepts
- Experience with Salesforce CRM, Salesloft, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, or similar tools
- Prior experience in a business-to-business (B2B) technology environment
Unleash Your Potential
When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance andbe your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you cando your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future - but to redefine what’s possible - for yourself, for AI, and the world.
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In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $50,570 - $67,665 annually There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. In California and New York, and select cities in the metropolitan areas of Boston, Chicago, Seattle, and Washington DC, the base pay range for this role in those locations is $55,640 - $74,490 per year. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.