Remote Sales Development Specialist — Open Doors & Pipeline

Blacksmith Agency

South Africa

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Blacksmith Agency is hiring Sales Development Representatives across South Africa who are hungry to open doors and drive pipeline. As Sales Specialist at Blacksmith, you own the top of the funnel: researching, sourcing and booking meetings with qualified decision makers, and creating the first impression of Blacksmith for potential clients.

This is not about spamming a list. It is thoughtful outreach, pattern recognition and smart communication, using tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator,

Qualifications

2 years in SDR or BDR role, agency or SaaS experience a plus
Strong written communication and ability to personalize outreach
Familiarity with outbound tools like Sales Navigator, SalesLoft, Apollo and ZoomInfo
Comfortable using Salesforce and managing your own pipeline
Gritty, curious and coachable

Responsibilities

Source and research ideal accounts based on ICP.
Identify decision makers and build accurate contact lists.
Craft and execute personalized outbound sequences via email, LinkedIn and phone.
Book qualified discovery calls for Account Executives.
Maintain clean records in Salesforce and SalesLoft.
Test messaging, optimize targeting and tighten feedback loops with the sales team.