Business Development Representative - South African Market

441 SFDC Ireland Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Wellness allowance

Volunteer days

Job summary

Salesforce is hiring a Business Development Representative based in Dublin, Ireland, focusing on the South African market. You will lead outbound prospecting and support AE collaboration to grow the pipeline and expand within existing accounts.

You will engage decision-makers via phone, email, and social channels, qualify opportunities, and contribute to territory strategies while sharing market insights with the team. This is a hybrid role with relocation support.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in quota-carrying sales roles.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline generation: identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Strategic outreach: engage decision-makers via cold calling, email, and social selling.
• Sales partnership: work with Account Executives to develop territory strategies.
• Market intelligence: conduct deep account research to uncover business challenges Salesforce can solve.

Skills

Quota carrying

Direct sales experience

Strong communication

Client-facing

Afrikaans fluency

English fluency

Job description

To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts. Job Category Sales Job Details About Salesforce Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all. Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid) | Relocation Support Provided

Relocate to Dublin with Ease We know that relocation is a big decision — which is why we walk with you every step of the way. From the moment you accept your offer to the day you arrive in Dublin, you’ll have access to a full support system. How it works: Offer Acceptance: Your visa & relocation support begins immediately. Relocation Consultation: We’ll connect you with our relocation experts to plan your move. Moving & Settling In: We provide dedicated assistance with PPS applications, housing searches, and relocation benefits. Onboarding in Dublin: You’ll join your new team at our world-class Dublin campus for Day 1 orientation.

About the Role

Join Salesforce, the #1 AI CRM, as an Business Development Representative focusing on the South African market. Based in our Dublin hub, you will lead the "agentic era" of technology, helping businesses transform through AI, Data, and CRM. Note: By applying to the Business Development Representative posting, recruiters and hiring managers who support multiple cloud offerings and verticals across the organisation hiring Mid Market and Enterprise Business Development Representatives will review your resume. Our goal is for you to apply once and have your resume reviewed by multiple hiring teams.

Key Requirements

Language: Full professional fluency in English is mandatory + Fluency in any local South African language (Afrikaan, Zulu, Tsonga, etc...) AND/OR Proven working experience within the South African market. Location: This is a Hybrid role based in Dublin, Ireland (Relocation assistance included).

Overview of the Role - Your Mission

Our BDRs sit at the forefront of the sales organisation. You are the "engine" of our growth, you aren't just selling software; you are selling the Salesforce Customer 360 platform and Agentforce—the future of autonomous AI. You will help with AE pipeline generation for "whitespace" prospecting (new business) and strategic expansion within existing accounts.

• Pipeline Generation: Identifying and qualifying new business opportunities through outbound prospecting.
• Strategic Outreach: Engaging decision-makers via cold calling, email, and social selling (LinkedIn).
• Sales Partnership: Working side-by-side with Account Executives to develop territory strategies.
• Market Intelligence: Conducting deep account research to uncover business challenges that Salesforce can solve.

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated success of quota carrying, direct sales experience.
• Drive: A proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Communication: Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to explain complex value simply.
• Foundation: Experience in business development, sales, or a client-facing role (Internships and leadership roles count!).
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English.

Eligibility

visa support will be provided if don't have right to work in Ireland.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sales Methodology education (like MEDDIC, Challenger, or Value Selling.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Track record of consistently achieving or surpassing quotas.
• Experience will be evaluated based on alignment to the core competencies for the role.

What’s In It For You (Benefits & Growth)

• Personal Wellbeing: Private health insurance, life insurance, a retirement savings plan, and a monthly wellness allowance.
• Flexibility: Flexible time off and leave policies, plus comprehensive parental support programs.
• Career Development: Access to world-class AI and sales training, mentorship, and a clear path for promotion within the global Salesforce ecosystem.
• Giving Back: 7 paid volunteer days per year and donation matching for the causes you care about.
• Perks: Employee discounts, inclusive resource groups, and a culture that celebrates Equality.

Equality & Inclusion

Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure reasonable accommodations are provided throughout the recruitment process where required.

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 and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love.

Accommodations

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Posting Statement

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