Sales Development Representative

LoftyHire; Remote; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive service provider is seeking a motivated Sales Development Representative (SDR) based in South Africa. This role involves engaging with prospects, qualifying leads, and driving business growth through structured outreach. Ideal candidates will have experience in sales, possess strong communication skills, and be self-motivated. The position offers flexible working hours between 20 to 40 hours weekly, providing a great opportunity for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in sales lead generation or customer-facing roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting via phone, email, and social channels.
• Qualify inbound leads and identify potential opportunities.
• Nurture relationships with prospects to move them through the sales funnel.

Skills

Sales Experience

B2B Sales

Time Management

Customer Service

Cold Calling

Negotiation

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Location Preference: South Africa, Europe or LATAM

Hours: Flexible 20-40 hours weekly

About the Client

A trusted automotive service provider based in the US specializing in high-quality car repair and maintenance for local customers. With a reputation for reliability and professionalism they are expanding their outreach and customer acquisition efforts to better serve their growing client base.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our client's team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with prospects qualifying leads and driving business growth through structured sales outreach.

As the first point of contact for many potential customers you will play a critical role in building strong relationships identifying needs and setting appointments for the sales team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting via phone email and social channels.
• Qualify inbound leads and identify potential opportunities.
• Nurture relationships with prospects to move them through the sales funnel.
• Schedule and set up appointments for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM and provide regular activity reports.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to refine messaging and outreach strategies.

Requirements

• Prior experience in sales lead generation or customer-facing roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Comfortable working across flexible weekly hours (20-40).
• Familiarity with CRM tools and outreach platforms is a plus.
• Preferred: Previous experience in the automotive industry or related sectors.

Key Skills

Sales Experience, B2B Sales, Time Management, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Retail Sales, Territory Management, Upselling, Product Demos, Outside Sales, Medicare, negotiation

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1