Sales Development Representative

Cindavi; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 355,446 - 425,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission

Direct mentorship and daily coaching

Continuous sales training and skill development

Job summary

A dynamic recruiting firm in Johannesburg is seeking a competitive Sales Development Representative to drive results in a fast-paced environment. This role offers daily coaching and mentorship, focusing on developing skills for career growth. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a business-related degree, possessing strong communication skills and resilience. You’ll be responsible for making outbound calls, setting meetings, and tracking your progress while aiming for measurable results. The role includes a competitive base salary plus uncapped commission.

Qualifications

• Recent grads motivated to build a career in sales.
• Ability to manage a high volume of outbound calls daily.
• Positive attitude and resilience through setbacks.

Responsibilities

• Make high volume of outbound calls to targeted companies.
• Set qualified meetings for the Account Executive team.
• Track outreach activity and meeting conversions.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Ability to stay composed through rejection

Motivated by measurable progress

Coachable and receptive to feedback

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

If you’re competitive, coachable, and ready to move fast, this role will accelerate your career more in 12 months than most jobs do in three years.

On target earnings (OTE) for this position is 35,000 ZAR per month (base + commission + bonus).

Why This Role Matters:

If you’re a recent grad who’s competitive, driven, and hungry to build a real career in sales – not just take another “entry‑level” job – this is your shot.

At Cindavi, we partner with engineering and life sciences companies that are building the technology the world depends on, and we help them hire the talent that keeps their innovation moving forward.

That’s why we invest heavily in development. You’ll train directly with a co‑founder who has built high‑performing sales teams in this industry. You’ll get daily coaching, real feedback, and hands‑on support designed to accelerate your growth.

If you bring work ethic, coachability, and energy every day, you’ll build skills here that will carry you through your entire career.

Who We’re Looking For:

Success in this role comes down to consistency, resilience, and the ability to communicate with confidence. You’ll be on the phone a lot, and your ability to stay focused, take feedback, and make small improvements every day will determine how fast you grow.

You’ll succeed here if you:

• Communicate clearly
• Stay positive through setbacks
• Are motivated by measurable progress and results

What You’ll Do:

As a Sales Development Representative, during your first 12 months, you’ll:

• Make a high volume of outbound calls each day to targeted companies.
• Use scripts, call sheets, and training materials to deliver strong value‑based messaging.
• Identify company decision makers and quickly build rapport.
• Set qualified meetings for the Account Executive team.
• Track outreach activity, call notes, and meeting conversions on our sales platform.
• Work closely with leadership to refine communication, objection handling, and call strategy.
• Participate in regular training sessions focused on sales skills, mindset, and performance.
• Hit and exceed weekly metrics including calls made, connections, and meetings booked.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to stay composed and positive through rejection
• Ability to manage a high volume of outbound calls each day
• Coachable, receptive to feedback, and committed to improvement
• Reliable daily work ethic and follow‑through
• Motivated by measurable progress, goals, and earning potential

Your first 12 months will focus on mastering the fundamentals as a Sales Development Representative. From that, strong performers move directly into the Account Executive role, where you’ll run discovery calls, manage client relationships, and close new business. As we continue to grow, top AEs step into senior roles with increased responsibility, ownership, and earning potential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Direct mentorship and daily coaching from leadership
• Continuous sales training and skill development
• The opportunity to grow inside a fast‑moving, specialized recruiting firm
• A culture built on improvement, accountability, and winning