We are looking for an experienced Upwork Business Developer / Sales Closer to join our team. The ideal candidate will excel at generating responses, building strong relationships with prospects, conducting effective sales conversations, and closing deals. This role requires a proactive approach beyond submitting bids; the focus is on converting opportunities into paying clients through strategic communication and negotiation.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue relevant sales opportunities on Upwork.
- Craft personalized proposals designed to generate replies rather than simply submitting bids.
- Respond promptly and professionally to interested prospects.
- Qualify leads by understanding their business needs and requirements.
- Conduct discovery conversations to present tailored solutions.
- Handle objections confidently and negotiate pricing effectively.
- Follow up consistently with prospects until a decision is made.
- Close projects and convert conversations into revenue.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, conversations, follow-ups, and closed deals.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of sales experience in design services.
- At least 1 year of sales experience in IT, software, automation, or technology services.
- Proven track record of generating replies and qualified conversations on Upwork.
- Strong experience managing client conversations from initial contact through negotiation and closing.
- Excellent written English and persuasive communication skills.
- Ability to understand client requirements and position the appropriate service or solution.
- Experience handling objections, negotiating pricing, and maintaining consistent follow-up.
- Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets and close deals successfully.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- A sales closer mindset focused on converting opportunities rather than simply submitting proposals.
- Proven ability to move prospects through the sales funnel: Upwork Opportunity → Reply → Conversation → Qualified Lead → Negotiation → Closed Deal.
- Remote work flexibility.
- Competitive monthly compensation ranging from Rs80,000 to Rs140,276.59.
Applicants should be prepared to share details about their Upwork sales experience, years of selling design and IT/software/automation services, examples of deals personally closed, average monthly sales or closed projects, and their approach to generating prospect replies on Upwork. Candidates whose experience is primarily limited to bidding or proposal submission will not be considered.
This is a remote position requiring at least 2 years of sales experience. It offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your ability to close deals and build client relationships will be highly valued.