Sales Development Representative

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training program

Career progression

Team culture

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an energetic Sales Development Representative (SDR) to be the first point of contact for potential customers. You will generate qualified leads, conduct high-volume outreach, and set up initial meetings for the sales team in a busy, office-based environment.

This entry-level role offers structured training, ongoing mentorship, a clear path to an Account Executive position, a competitive base salary with bonuses, and health benefits as part of a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer service or sales support role is advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a confident persuasive tone.
• Strong organizational skills and time management in an office setting.
• Proactive attitude and a desire to learn and grow within the sales profession.
• Comfortable making numerous outbound calls daily.
• Reside in or be willing to commute to Centurion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-volume outbound prospecting via phone, email, and social media to identify potential clients.
• Engage prospects to understand their business challenges and needs.
• Qualify leads and schedule introductory meetings or product demos.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of all sales activities and interactions.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to refine lead gen strategies.
• Aim to meet monthly quotas for qualified leads and meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Outbound calls

Centurion commute

CRM usage

Tools

CRM system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an energetic and driven Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their bustling sales team based in Centurion . In this crucial entry-level sales role, you will be the first point of contact for potential customers, responsible for generating qualified leads for the sales team. You will engage with prospects through various channels, identify their needs, and schedule initial meetings. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about sales, eager to learn, and looking to build a successful career in a vibrant, office-based environment in the heart of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-volume outbound prospecting via phone, email, and social media to identify potential clients.
• Engage prospects in meaningful conversations to understand their business challenges and needs.
• Qualify leads based on defined criteria and schedule introductory meetings or product demonstrations for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities and prospect interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies and messaging.
• Achieve monthly quotas for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a customer service or sales support role is advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a confident and persuasive tone.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively in an office setting.
• A proactive attitude and a desire to learn and grow within the sales profession.
• Comfortable making numerous outbound calls daily.
• Reside in or be willing to commute to Centurion .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Structured training program and ongoing mentorship from experienced sales professionals.
• Clear career path for advancement into an Account Executive role.
• Vibrant office culture with team-building activities.
• Health insurance and other standard employee benefits.