Business Development Representative

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Business Development Representative to join its sales team, working remotely to cover the Welkom area. You will be the first point of contact for prospective clients, qualify leads, and set up initial meetings for our sales executives.

In this remote-first role you will collaborate with marketing and sales to refine outreach, maintain CRM records, and stay informed about industry trends to engage prospects effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, customer service, or lead generation preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills for remote work.
• Proactive, self-motivated with resilience.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales platforms.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, especially for Welkom market.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential clients using online tools and databases.
• Initiate contact via phone, email, and social media to generate interest.
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of activities and interactions.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to refine lead generation strategies.
• Stay informed about industry trends and offerings to engage prospects.

Skills

Lead generation

CRM software

Remote work

Communication

Tools

Sales engagement platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and proactive Business Development Representative to join their sales team, working remotely to cover the Welkom area. This role is vital for generating qualified leads and initiating the sales process for new business opportunities. You will be the first point of contact for potential clients, tasked with understanding their needs and setting up initial meetings for the sales executives. This is a fantastic opportunity for an energetic individual passionate about sales and eager to grow their career in a remote-first environment within the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential clients through various online tools and databases.
• Initiate contact with potential customers via phone calls, emails, and social media to generate interest.
• Qualify leads based on defined criteria and schedule introductory meetings or calls for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities and lead interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Stay informed about industry trends and our client's offerings to engage prospects effectively.

Requirements

• Previous experience in sales, customer service, or lead generation is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude with a high level of resilience.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales engagement platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team, with a focus on the Welkom market landscape.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Health insurance and other relevant employee benefits.
• Be part of a growing, dynamic team with opportunities for career advancement.