Business Development Representative

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Structured training

Mentorship program

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a proactive Business Development Representative to drive early-stage pipeline. You will generate qualified leads, set up appointments, and collaborate with the senior sales team to convert opportunities.

You will engage potential clients via outbound calls, emails, and social media, balancing in-person and remote outreach in a hybrid role that supports career growth within Gauteng and beyond.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in a sales development or lead generation role preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to articulate value propositions clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales prospecting tools.

Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business leads through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach.
• Qualify leads by understanding prospect needs, challenges, and budget.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align on lead generation campaigns and strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Lead qualification

CRM familiarity

Communication skills

Tech enthusiasm

Tools

CRM software

Sales tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an energetic and driven Business Development Representative to join their sales team in Pretoria . This role focuses on the critical initial stages of the sales process: generating qualified leads and setting up appointments for the senior sales team. You will be the first point of contact for many potential clients, requiring excellent communication skills and a keen ability to identify business needs. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to connect with clients both in person and remotely, contributing to the company's expansion within the Gauteng region and beyond, fostering a robust pipeline of future business.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business leads through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach.
• Qualify leads by understanding prospect needs, challenges, and budget.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align on lead generation campaigns and strategies.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in a sales development or lead generation role preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to articulate value propositions clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales prospecting tools.
• Enthusiasm for technology and a proactive approach to achieving targets.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid.
• Structured training and mentorship program to support career growth.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• A collaborative and dynamic team environment focused on professional development.