Sales Development Representative

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training & mentorship

Career progression

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, seeks an energetic Sales Development Representative to build the top of the funnel for the Queenstown market. This entry-level role involves researching prospects, initiating contact, qualifying interest, and handing leads to the sales team in a supportive, hybrid work setting.

You will receive extensive training and mentorship, with opportunities for career progression into sales roles, and a competitive starting salary with performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Interest in a sales career and people interaction.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Good time management and organization.
• Resilience and positive attitude toward rejection.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective customers within the Queenstown area.
• Initiate contact with potential leads through calls, emails, and social media.
• Qualify leads based on criteria to ensure fit for offerings.
• Schedule discovery calls and meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of all lead interactions in the CRM.

Skills

Sales interest

Communication

Time management

Resilience

CRM familiarity

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and ambitious Sales Development Representative to join their team supporting the Queenstown market. This role is crucial for generating qualified leads and building the top of the sales funnel by engaging potential customers through various outreach methods. You will be responsible for researching prospective clients, initiating contact, and qualifying their interest before handing them off to the sales team. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for someone passionate about sales to launch their career in a supportive, hybrid work environment that allows for both collaboration and focused remote work, contributing to the company's growth in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective customers within the Queenstown area.
• Initiate contact with potential leads through calls, emails, and social media.
• Qualify leads based on specific criteria to ensure they are a good fit for our client's offerings.
• Schedule discovery calls and meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of all lead interactions in the CRM system.

Requirements

• Strong interest in a sales career and a passion for interacting with people.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage your time effectively.
• Resilience and a positive attitude when facing rejection.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Extensive training and mentorship programs.
• Opportunities for career progression into sales roles.
• Flexible hybrid work model to support work-life balance.