Business Development Representative

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Comprehensive training program

Career growth into Account Executive

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Business Development Representative to join a fully remote sales team. You will identify new clients, conduct outbound outreach, and schedule demos for Account Executives from a remote setting, ideally near Klerksdorp.

You will build rapport and qualify leads to fuel the sales pipeline. Ideal candidates have strong communication and organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and comfort working independently in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication with a professional phone manner.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high outbound volumes.
• Proactive and persistent attitude with drive to achieve targets.
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule remotely.
• Basic understanding of sales processes and CRM software is a plus.
• Enthusiasm for learning about new industries and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new clients and target accounts using various prospecting tools and databases.
• Conduct outbound outreach via phone calls, emails, and social media to generate interest and qualify leads.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Clearly articulate the value proposition of our client's products/services to potential customers.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all lead generation activities in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Outbound prospecting

Remote work

CRM experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and goal-oriented Business Development Representative to join their fully remote sales team. Based remotely but ideally within reach of Klerksdorp , you will be instrumental in generating new business opportunities and qualifying leads for the sales pipeline. This role focuses on initial outreach, building rapport, and identifying potential clients who can benefit from our client\'s innovative solutions. You will leverage digital tools and communication platforms to connect with prospects, making this an exciting opportunity for a driven individual eager to kickstart or advance their sales career in a flexible, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new clients and target accounts using various prospecting tools and databases.
• Conduct outbound outreach via phone calls, emails, and social media to generate interest and qualify leads.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Clearly articulate the value proposition of our client\'s products/services to potential customers.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all lead generation activities in the CRM system.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and engaging phone manner.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high volume of outbound activities.
• A proactive and persistent attitude with a drive to achieve targets.
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule in a remote setting.
• Basic understanding of sales processes and CRM software is a plus.
• Enthusiasm for learning about new industries and solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training program to equip you for success in sales.
• Opportunities for career growth into Account Executive roles.
• Access to modern sales technology and tools for effective prospecting.