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govly-inc Open · verified Sep 24, 2026
Washington Full-time Junior Sales Development

At a glance

Entry-level Sales Development role at govly-inc. Washington · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleSales Development
SeniorityJunior
LocationWashington
EmploymentFull-time
PostedFeb 26, 2026 · 7mo ago
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Call government contracting decision-makers, handle objections, and schedule qualified discovery conversations
  • Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator to find relevant personas and run connection and messaging sequences
  • Personalize outbound emails around contract vehicles, partners, and market activity
  • Attend industry conferences, support booth conversations, and follow up with prospects before and after events

What you bring

  • Up to two years in an SDR, BDR, or entry-level sales position
  • A clear interest in building a long-term sales career and eventually closing deals
  • Comfort with cold calls, outbound prospecting, and repeated multi-touch outreach
  • Strong written and spoken communication, plus a coachable, competitive, metrics-focused approach

Who this fits

This role suits someone early in sales who wants to build outbound skills and progress toward an Account Executive position. It is fully remote, requires travel to industry events, and requires you to work from Eastern or Central Time. Washington, DC or the broader East Coast is preferred.

From the employer

About Govly

Govly is an Insight Partners and YC backed Series A high-growth startup that is modernizing and bringing AI to B2G workflows and operations. Our AI-powered market intelligence platform helps government contractors find, win, and collaborate on public sector opportunities. The Govly platform is trusted by leading OEMs, VARs, distributors, and prime contractors to navigate the complex world of government procurement. We are a fast-moving, innovative company, shipping new features at a rapid pace to keep our customers ahead of the curve. Recently, our models and AI tools have captured the attention of the US Army who awarded us a Direct to Phase II SBIR to build them an Agentic AI tool that dramatically accelerates their procurement process. We delivered our MVP last September (12 months ahead of schedule) and looking to secure a Phase III in the coming months and need to accelerate our expansion across the Federal Government.

Job Title: Sales Development Representative (SDR) – Growth Track to Account Executive
Company: Govly
Location: Fully remote (with some travel required). Must be located in ET or CT

Department: Sales



About Govly

Govly is building the market network for B2G procurement - where government prime contractors, manufacturers, resellers, and distributors collaborate on opportunities to sell to the government. This network brings transparency, consistency, and the ability to communicate in the confusing world of government contracts.



Role Overview

We are hiring a Sales Development Representative looking to join a fast paced series A start up and are motivated to eventually grow into an Account Executive role. This position is designed for someone new or early in their sales career who wants to develop full cycle selling skills while mastering outbound pipeline generation.

You will be responsible for cold outreach, account research, and booking qualified meetings, while working closely with sales leadership and Account Executives. Top performers will have a clearly defined path into a closing role.

This role is fully remote, with a preference for candidates based in Washington, DC or the broader East Coast due to proximity to federal agencies, partners, and industry events.



What You Will Do

Cold Calling

  • Execute daily outbound call blocks targeting GovCon decision makers
  • Handle objections and position Govly’s value proposition
  • Book qualified discovery meetings for Account Executives

LinkedIn Prospecting

  • Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator to identify target personas
  • Run connection campaigns and message sequences
  • Engage prospects through social selling strategies

Email Outreach

  • Execute sequenced outbound email campaigns
  • Personalize messaging based on contract vehicles, partners, and market activity
  • Drive meeting conversions through multi touch cadences

Tradeshow & Event Travel

  • Travel to industry tradeshows and conferences
  • Support booth engagement and prospect meetings
  • Assist in pre event outreach and post event follow up
  • Gain exposure to in person federal and partner selling environments



Growth Path

This role is built as a feeder into an Account Executive position. SDRs will gain exposure to discovery, demo positioning, pipeline strategy, and deal cycles. Promotion is based on performance, pipeline contribution, and sales readiness.



Requirements

  • 0-2 years in SDR, BDR, or entry level sales role
  • Strong interest in pursuing a long term sales career
  • Comfortable with cold calling and outbound outreach
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Coachable, competitive, and metrics driven
  • SaaS or GovCon exposure is a plus but not required



Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary + commission
  • Uncapped earning potential
  • Equity participation
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Fully remote work environment
  • Travel opportunities to major industry events
  • Clear promotion path to Account Executive



To Apply:
Submit your resume along with a short note on your interest in sales and career growth into a closing role.


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