Graduate Business Development Representative - SaaS

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Sales training program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking ambitious graduates to join its sales team in George, Western Cape as Business Development Representatives. This entry-level role focuses on engaging potential clients, understanding needs, and generating qualified leads for Account Executives.

You will build product knowledge of SaaS offerings, conduct market research, and maintain CRM records while collaborating with marketing to refine lead generation strategies.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport quickly.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and resilient.
• Interest in technology and SaaS industry.
• Based in George, Western Cape or willing to relocate.
• CRM experience such as Salesforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and engage with potential customers through cold calling, email outreach, and social selling.
• Understand customer needs and communicate the value proposition of SaaS solutions.
• Generate qualified leads and set up meetings or product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Conduct market research to identify target accounts and key decision-makers.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and lead status in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to refine lead generation strategies.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly targets for qualified leads and appointments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Lead generation

CRM familiarity

SaaS interest

Education

Bachelor's degree

Business

Marketing

Communications

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding Software as a Service (SaaS) company, is seeking ambitious and driven graduates to join their sales team as Business Development Representatives (BDRs) in George, Western Cape . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals with strong communication skills and a passion for technology sales. As a BDR, you will be at the forefront of engaging potential clients, identifying their needs, and generating qualified leads for the sales team. You will play a vital role in driving the company's growth by expanding its customer base within the diverse markets served from George .

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and engage with potential customers through various channels, including cold calling, email outreach, and social selling.
• Understand customer needs and effectively communicate the value proposition of our client's SaaS solutions.
• Generate qualified leads and set up initial meetings or product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Conduct market research to identify target accounts and key decision-makers.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and lead status in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly targets for qualified leads and appointments set.
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities.
• Develop strong product knowledge of our client's SaaS offerings.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and resilient.
• An interest in technology and the SaaS industry.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a dynamic team.
• Proficiency in using CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) is a plus.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to George, Western Cape .
• A positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive base salary, attractive commission structure, and comprehensive sales training programs.
• You will gain invaluable experience in SaaS sales and business development, with clear opportunities for career advancement into Account Management or other sales roles.
• The company provides a vibrant and supportive work environment that values collaboration and performance.
• Join a growing company and play a key role in its success story.