Sales Development Representative

Tidal; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A direct placement agency is seeking a Sales Development Representative to enhance client market reach through proactive outreach and relationship building. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in sales and lead generation, along with a results-driven mindset. This is a full-time remote position offering a competitive contractor fee of $2,000/month.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sales, lead generation, and customer engagement.
• Effective communication with business decision-makers.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive outreach to identify businesses.
• Nurture relationships emphasizing trust and value.
• Qualify leads into actionable opportunities.

Skills

Cold-calling

Negotiation

Sales

Lead generation

Customer engagement

Time management

Communication

Tools

CRM systems

Video conferencing tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

About the job Sales Development Representative

Job Title: Sales Development Representative

Contractor Fee: $2,000/month

Work Arrangement: Remote

Commitment: Full-time (Approx. 40 hours/week)

Company Overview:

Tidal is a Direct Placement Agency that helps job seekers find job opportunities for real growth. We work with stable, responsible businesses experienced in remote hires and are excited to welcome international team members. Tidal is owned and operated by consumer brand owners and operators. We have offshore team-building experience and aim to help businesses leverage global talent.

About This Role:

As a Sales Development Representative, you will play a critical role in expanding our client's market reach by identifying opportunities, fostering relationships, and promoting tailored solutions in the consumer goods and e-commerce space. Your ability to connect with business leaders and deliver value-driven conversations will directly impact business growth and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct proactive outreach through cold calls and video meetings to identify businesses requiring enhanced online presence or consumer engagement strategies.
• Build and nurture meaningful relationships with potential clients, emphasizing trust and value.
• Promote our tailored solutions, such as website creation and digital marketing services, aligned with industry trends.
• Qualify and convert leads into actionable opportunities for our client portfolio.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of all interactions using CRM systems.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to refine strategies and align goals.
• Provide valuable client feedback to improve service offerings and enhance user experience.
• Consistently achieve and exceed monthly sales performance targets.

Software/Platforms/Tools:

• Video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet)
• Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace

Qualifications:

• Must be a South African citizen.
• At least 3-5 years of freelancing experience.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in sales, lead generation, and customer engagement within freelancing or remote setups.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and confidently with business decision-makers, particularly through video calls.
• Exceptional cold-calling and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities in a remote environment.
• A results-driven mindset, with a history of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Knowledge of website development or e-commerce is an advantage.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced industry and evolving client needs.
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated remote workspace.