Inside Sales Representative (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Fully remote work

Sales training and development

Medical aid contributions

Retirement savings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to drive sales remotely from the Durban region. You will work across phone, email, and online channels to identify needs, present solutions, and nurture relationships with prospects and existing clients.

The role emphasizes independence, strong communication, and achievement of targets in a fully remote setting with ongoing sales training and competitive commission. A reliable home office and internet connection are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an inside sales or customer-facing role is required.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Initiate outbound calls to generate leads.
• Respond to inbound inquiries via phone and email.
• Conduct needs assessments and propose solutions.
• Manage sales pipeline and CRM data.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations and proposals.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets and KPIs.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Negotiation

CRM proficiency

Time management

Remote work

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dedicated and high-performing Inside Sales Representative for a fully remote position, based in the Durban region. This role focuses on driving sales through telephone, email, and online channels, building strong relationships with prospective and existing clients. You will be a key player in expanding our client's market reach by understanding customer needs and presenting compelling solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated individual who excels in a remote work environment and possesses a strong drive to achieve sales success and contribute to company growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate outbound calls to potential customers to introduce products/services and generate leads.
• Respond promptly and professionally to inbound sales inquiries via phone and email.
• Conduct needs assessments to understand customer challenges and propose suitable solutions.
• Manage sales pipeline, track customer interactions, and maintain accurate CRM data.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive sales presentations and proposals to close deals.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets and KPIs.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an inside sales or customer-facing role is required.
• Exceptional communication, active listening, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain motivation in a remote setting.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and customer service.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a generous performance-based commission structure.
• Fully remote working arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Access to ongoing sales training and professional development programs.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement savings.
• Positive and supportive team culture with regular virtual team-building activities.