Graduate Sales Development Representative

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with commision

Sales training

Clear career progression

Exposure to innovative products

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto invites energetic graduates to join as a Sales Development Representative. You will identify potential clients, qualify leads, and introduce our client's solutions while developing essential sales skills in a supportive environment.

This role offers a competitive base salary with commission and bonus, comprehensive training, clear career progression into account management, and exposure to a vibrant market and innovative products.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field is advantageous.
• Exceptional communication, active listening and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient and persistent attitude with a strong drive to succeed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Enthusiasm for learning about sales techniques and the industry.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and reach out to potential clients through cold calling, email and social media.
• Engage prospects to understand business challenges and needs.
• Clearly articulate value proposition of products/services.
• Qualify leads and schedule follow-up meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Active Listening

Interpersonal Skills

Resilience

Teamwork

Learning

Education

Business/Marketing/Communications degree (advantage)

Tools

CRM system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking energetic and goal-oriented Graduate Sales Development Representatives to join their dynamic sales team in Soweto . This role is the perfect launchpad for an exciting career in sales, focusing on identifying and qualifying potential new business opportunities. You will engage with prospective clients, understand their needs, and introduce them to our client's innovative solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious individuals to develop essential sales skills, build strong communication abilities, and contribute directly to the company's growth within a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and reach out to potential clients through various channels (cold calling, email, social media).
• Engage prospects in meaningful conversations to understand their business challenges and needs.
• Clearly articulate the value proposition of our client's products/services.
• Qualify leads based on established criteria and schedule follow-up meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system.

Requirements

• A degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is advantageous.
• Exceptional communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
• A resilient and persistent attitude with a strong drive to succeed.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Enthusiasm for learning about sales techniques and the industry.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive commission and bonus structures.
• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Clear career progression path into account management and sales leadership.
• Exposure to a vibrant market and innovative products/services.
• A supportive and energetic team culture in Soweto fostering success.