Sales Development Representative

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 74,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive sales training program

Mentorship

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Sales Development Representative in Queenstown. This entry-level role focuses on identifying and qualifying prospective customers, initiating contact, and scheduling introductory meetings to support the senior sales team.

You will engage with potential clients through multiple channels, develop a solid understanding of their needs, and contribute to achieving monthly targets while gaining hands-on experience and comprehensive training.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in sales.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting via phone, email and social media to identify leads.
• Qualify potential customers by understanding their needs and interest.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Accurately track all leads and activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Achieve monthly targets for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Sales process basics

CRM familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a motivated Sales Development Representative to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This entry-level sales position is crucial for identifying and qualifying prospective customers, setting the stage for the senior sales team to close deals. You will be responsible for initiating contact with potential clients through various channels, understanding their needs, and scheduling introductory meetings. This role offers a fantastic foundation for a career in sales, providing hands‑on experience and extensive training.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting activities via phone, email, and social media to identify potential leads.
• Engage with potential customers to understand their business needs and qualify their interest.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Accurately track all leads and activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Achieve monthly targets for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.

Requirements

• Strong interest in pursuing a career in sales.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive and persistent attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of sales processes and CRM systems is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive sales training program and mentorship.
• Clear career path for advancement into an Account Executive role.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Supportive team culture focused on development and growth.