Sales Development Representative SA

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

simera-talent is looking for a motivated Sales Development Representative (SDR) in San Francisco, California. The SDR will generate new business opportunities and support sales through proactive outreach and relationship building.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include identifying potential clients, qualifying leads, and collaborating with the sales team to achieve business goals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Sales Development, Business Development, or similar role preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in cold calling and outbound prospecting.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential clients through various outreach methods.
• Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for senior sales staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cold calling

Organizational skills

Goal-oriented mindset

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and qualifying potential customers, generating new business opportunities, and supporting the sales pipeline through proactive outreach and relationship building.

The ideal candidate is energetic, persuasive, and comfortable communicating with prospects through multiple channels, including phone, email, and LinkedIn. You will work closely with the sales team to connect with decision-makers, understand client needs, and schedule qualified meetings that contribute to overall business growth.

This position requires strong communication skills, persistence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential clients through outbound calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other outreach methods
• Qualify inbound and outbound leads to determine business opportunities
• Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives or Sales Managers
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective customers
• Research target accounts, industries, and decision-makers
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and lead status within CRM systems
• Follow up consistently with prospects throughout the sales process
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to improve lead generation strategies
• Meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly outreach and pipeline goals
• Stay informed on company products, services, and market trends

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in Sales Development, Business Development, Lead Generation, or a similar role preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
• Confidence in cold calling and outbound prospecting
• Ability to handle objections and maintain professionalism under pressure
• Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar systems
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Goal-oriented mindset with a strong drive to achieve targets
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Basic understanding of sales processes and pipeline management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in B2B, SaaS, or tech sales environments
• Familiarity with sales engagement tools such as Apollo, Outreach, or Salesloft
• Experience with LinkedIn Sales Navigator or similar prospecting platforms
• Multilingual communication skills are a plus

Core Competencies

• Communication and persuasion
• Resilience and adaptability
• Time management and organization
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Accountability and self-motivation
• Collaboration and teamwork