Job Posting Start Date 08-07-2025 Job Posting End Date 10-31-2025

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Associate to support our Business Development team in Austin, TX. This entry-level position is ideal for students or early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in sales and customer engagement. This role includes developing detailed outbound customer outreach strategies, executing outbound strategies through creative outreach (networking platforms, cold-calling, emails, targeted marketing), maintaining high levels of data integrity (CRM and other outreach platforms) and handing-off qualified opportunities to the Business Development community.

What a typical day looks like:

Conduct outbound cold calls to potential customers to introduce company products and services

Schedule meetings or demos for BD representatives with interested leads

Update and maintain customer records and sales activities in CRM systems

Assist with lead generation and research (e.g., LinkedIn, company databases)

Develop creative strategies to engage multiple levels of the target customer’s organization

Support cross-functional team in qualifying accounts and opportunities

Support in the preparation of sales materials, reports, and presentations

Perform general clerical tasks such as data entry, document formatting, and internal follow-up

Collaborate with the BD and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging

Track customer responses and help improve cold call scripts and outreach techniques

The experience we are looking to add to our team:

Recent graduate (or graduating soon) with a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or related field (preferred, not mandatory)

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Comfortable making cold calls and engaging with customers professionally

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)

Minimal travel required – with potential travel requirements for customer meetings as required

Previous experience in customer service or telemarketing is a plus

Familiarity with sales or marketing concepts is a plus

Positive attitude, resilience, and willingness to learn

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plansLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term DisabilityMatching 401(k) ContributionsVacation and Paid Sick TimeTuition ReimbursementJob CategorySales - Marketing - Account Mgmt

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).