Remote Sales Development Representative

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonuses

Fully remote

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Training & progression

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a motivated Remote Sales Development Representative to join our growing sales team. In this fully remote role, you will identify and qualify potential customers, initiate contact, and set up meetings for the Account Executive team, helping to drive top-of-funnel opportunities.

You will collaborate with marketing and sales to refine lead generation strategies, maintain CRM records, and contribute to a positive, high-energy remote work environment that values initiative and

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively research and identify target prospects.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Previous experience in a sales, customer service, or lead generation role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential client accounts using various prospecting tools and databases.
• Initiate outbound contact via email, phone, and social media to qualify leads.
• Engage prospects in meaningful conversations to understand their needs and challenges.
• Schedule discovery calls and product demonstrations for the Account Executive team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all prospect interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Self-motivated & independent work

Organizational skills

Prospect research

Lead generation experience

Tools

Sales CRM (Salesforce)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is expanding its sales operations and seeks a driven and enthusiastic Remote Sales Development Representative to join their team, contributing to lead generation and pipeline development. This fully remote position involves identifying and qualifying potential customers, initiating contact, and setting up meetings for the account executive team. You will be crucial in driving the top of the sales funnel and creating opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills, a keen interest in sales, and the ability to thrive in a fully remote environment , demonstrating initiative and a proactive approach to identifying leads.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential client accounts using various prospecting tools and databases.
• Initiate outbound contact via email, phone, and social media to qualify leads.
• Engage prospects in meaningful conversations to understand their needs and challenges.
• Schedule discovery calls and product demonstrations for the Account Executive team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all prospect interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a sales, customer service, or lead generation role is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively research and identify target prospects.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales engagement platforms.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for training and career progression within the sales department.
• Join a collaborative and supportive team, irrespective of physical location.