Sales Development Representative

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary and commission

Hybrid work model

Extensive training and development

Health insurance

Dynamic team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Sales Development Representative to join our Cape Town team. You will be the first point of contact for potential clients, generating qualified leads and setting the stage for the sales team’s success.

You’ll engage prospects across phone, email and social channels, articulate our solutions, schedule meetings for Account Executives, and maintain accurate CRM records. This role offers a solid training path and a hybrid work model in Cape Town.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, resilient attitude with a passion for sales.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Prior sales or customer service experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting via phone, email, and social media to identify prospects in Cape Town.
• Communicate value proposition to generate interest and qualify leads.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Maintain accurate records of all prospect interactions in the CRM.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to refine outreach and improve conversions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Resilience

Tools

CRM system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and goal-oriented Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their energetic team in Cape Town . In this pivotal role, you will be the first point of contact for potential clients, responsible for generating qualified leads and setting the stage for the sales team's success. You will leverage various communication channels to engage prospects, understand their challenges, and articulate how our client's solutions can meet their needs. This position offers a fantastic entry point into a thriving sales career within the vibrant economic landscape of the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting activities via phone, email, and social media to identify and engage potential new customers in the Cape Town area.
• Effectively communicate the value proposition of our client's products/services to generate interest and qualify leads.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives.
• Maintain accurate records of all prospect interactions and lead status within the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine outreach strategies and improve conversion rates.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and resilient attitude, with a passion for sales and customer engagement.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience in sales or customer service is a plus, but not required for motivated individuals.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and attractive commission plan.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility for employees in Cape Town .
• Extensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Health insurance and other standard employment benefits.
• Dynamic and supportive team culture focused on growth and success.