Remote Sales Development Representative - SaaS

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Home office allowance

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Sales Development Representative to join a fully remote sales team supporting operations in Cape Town. You will be the first point of contact for potential clients, generating qualified leads and setting the stage for successful engagements in the SaaS space.

Key responsibilities include outbound prospecting, lead qualification, and arranging product demonstrations for Account Executives, while collaborating with marketing to improve lead quality and campaign

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales development or inside sales role.
• Strong communication, active listening and persuasion skills.
• Target-driven with a track record of achieving goals.
• Familiar with CRM software and sales automation tools.
• Self-motivated to succeed in a fully remote setting.
• Interest in SaaS industry and technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Outbound prospecting to identify and engage potential clients via phone, email, and social media.
• Qualify inbound leads to fit defined criteria for the sales team.
• Articulate value proposition of SaaS products to prospects.
• Schedule introductory calls and product demos for Account Executives.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of prospect interactions.
• Collaborate with marketing on lead quality and campaign feedback.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Persuasion

Results-driven

CRM software

Sales automation

Self-motivation

SaaS knowledge

Remote work readiness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and ambitious Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their fully remote sales team, supporting their operations in Cape Town . In this critical role, you will be the first point of contact for potential clients, generating qualified leads and setting the stage for successful sales engagements. You will leverage your communication skills and understanding of the SaaS market to identify prospects, understand their challenges, and introduce them to our client's innovative software solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual passionate about sales, technology, and building a career in a flexible, remote-first environment that fosters autonomy and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-volume outbound prospecting to identify and engage potential clients via phone, email, and social media.
• Qualify inbound leads to ensure they meet the defined criteria for our sales team.
• Articulate the value proposition of our client's SaaS products effectively to prospective customers.
• Schedule introductory calls and product demonstrations for Account Executives .
• Maintain accurate and up-to‑date records of all prospect interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with marketing to provide feedback on lead quality and campaign effectiveness.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a sales development, inside sales, or customer‑facing role is a plus.
• Exceptional communication, active listening, and persuasion skills.
• A results‑driven mindset with a passion for achieving targets.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales automation tools.
• Self‑motivated and disciplined to excel in a fully remote setting .
• An interest in the SaaS industry and technology solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance‑based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and internet.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities.
• The flexibility and freedom of a fully remote role , allowing you to work from anywhere.