German Speaking Sales Representative

Black Pen Recruitment; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated German Speaking Sales Representative for a fully remote role. Candidates will develop new business opportunities in German-speaking markets, engage clients, and manage the sales process. Applicants must possess fluent German (C1) and strong communication skills, and be South African citizens or permanent residents. This position offers full-time work with the responsibility to meet sales targets, ensuring a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients via phone and email in German.
• Manage full-cycle sales from lead qualification to closing.
• Maintain accurate sales records in CRM tools.
• Provide tailored product/service information.
• Collaborate with internal teams for smooth onboarding.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and KPIs.

Skills

Fluent in German (C1 level or higher)

Strong interpersonal skills

Persuasive communication skills

Tech-savvy with CRM experience

Job description

German Speaking Sales Representative (Fully Remote/ B2B Sales)

Durban, South Africa

About the job German Speaking Sales Representative (Fully Remote/ B2B Sales)

Our client is a leading boutique provider of sales outsourcing solutions, specialising in supporting SaaS companies across the EMEA region. By delivering tailored sales outsourcing services across the entire sales cycle, they empower SaaS businesses to scale efficiently and sustainably.

In the world of SaaS, one constant remains — the vital importance of new customer acquisition. Regardless of a company’s size, growth stage, or maturity, the ability to consistently attract and convert new (paying) customers is essential to long-term success. Whether a company is launching its first product or is an established industry player, strategic client acquisition plays a critical role in maintaining competitiveness and driving growth.

Our client’s focus on new business development is not just about expanding revenue. It’s about building resilient sales processes that enable clients to thrive, grow profitably, and unlock their full market potential. Their commitment to excellence in every phase of the sales journey makes them a trusted growth partner to ambitious SaaS enterprises.

Role overview

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven German Speaking B2B Sales Representative to join their remote team. In this role, you will be responsible for acquiring and developing new business opportunities within corporate and enterprise-level organisations across German-speaking markets. This is a pure business-to-business (B2B) sales role focused on building long-term client relationships and driving revenue growth.

Job Type: Full time/Permanent

Location: South Africa

Workplace: Remote

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00

Public Holidays: Off on German public holidays; required to work on South African public holidays

Requirements

• Fluent in German (C1 level or higher) and English
• Strong interpersonal and persuasive communication skills
• Comfortable working in a remote, self-managed environment
• Tech-savvy with CRM and sales tools experience
• Candidates must be South African citizens or permanent residents (PR holders)

Responsibilities

• Engage with potential clients via phone, email, and online platforms in native-level German
• Manage full-cycle sales: from lead qualification to closing
• Provide product/service information tailored to customer needs
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities in CRM tools
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets and KPIs