Sales Development Representative

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Training program

Team mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking an energetic Sales Development Representative to generate qualified leads and set meetings for the senior sales team. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work, offering a supportive, performance-driven environment to grow your early-career sales skills.

You will research prospects, reach out by phone, email and social media, qualify leads, and record activities in the CRM, collaborating with marketing to refine strategies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales support or customer service role is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential customers using various lead generation tools and databases.
• Conduct outreach via phone, email, and social media to engage prospects and generate interest.
• Qualify leads based on defined criteria and schedule introductory meetings for Account Executives.
• Accurately track and record all prospect interactions and activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies.

Skills

Lead Gen

CRM

Prospecting

Communication

Organization

Salesforce

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Our client is looking for an energetic and driven Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their team in Port Elizabeth . This role is crucial for generating qualified leads and initiating the sales process for the company's products and services. You will be responsible for prospecting potential customers, engaging them through various outreach methods, and setting up meetings for the senior sales team. This hybrid position offers a mix of in-office collaboration in Port Elizabeth and remote work flexibility, allowing you to connect with clients and contribute to pipeline growth effectively, while being part of a supportive and performance-oriented sales culture designed to foster early-career success.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential customers using various lead generation tools and databases.
• Conduct outreach via phone, email, and social media to engage prospects and generate interest.
• Qualify leads based on defined criteria and schedule introductory meetings for Account Executives.
• Accurately track and record all prospect interactions and activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a sales support or customer service role is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales engagement platforms.
• A proactive and goal-oriented mindset with a desire to learn and grow in sales.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with a clear commission structure based on qualified leads.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Extensive training and mentorship programs for career growth.
• A vibrant and collaborative team environment in Port Elizabeth .