Sales Development Representative - Remote

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission

Fully remote

Training & development

Career advancement

Virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Remote Sales Development Representative to join the expanding sales team. This fully remote role focuses on generating qualified leads, initiating contact with prospects, and understanding their needs to communicate the value proposition effectively.

You will qualify inbound and outbound leads, conduct discovery calls, and collaborate with Account Executives for smooth handoffs, while maintaining accurate CRM records.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Sales Development Representative role preferred but not required.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new sales leads through cold calling, email campaigns, and social media engagement.
• Qualify inbound and outbound leads to identify potential customers for solutions.
• Conduct initial discovery calls to assess prospect needs and pain points.
• Articulate the company's product and service offerings clearly and compellingly.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all sales activities within the CRM system.
• Collaborate with Account Executives to ensure smooth lead handoffs and follow-up.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree is a plus

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a motivated and tech-savvy Remote Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their expanding sales team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while playing a crucial role in generating qualified leads for the sales pipeline. You will be responsible for initiating contact with potential customers, understanding their needs, and effectively communicating our client's value proposition. This role is ideal for a driven individual who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about kick-starting a career in sales, contributing significantly to our client's reach in the East London market and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new sales leads through cold calling, email campaigns, and social media engagement.


• Qualify inbound and outbound leads to identify potential customers for our client's solutions.


• Conduct initial discovery calls to assess prospect needs and pain points.


• Articulate the company's product and service offerings clearly and compellingly.


• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all sales activities within the CRM system.


• Collaborate closely with Account Executives to ensure smooth lead handoffs and effective follow-up.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a Sales Development Representative or similar role is preferred, but not essential for highly motivated candidates.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively in a remote environment .


• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales engagement platforms.


• A proactive, goal-oriented mindset with a drive to succeed.


• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with attractive commission and bonus opportunities.


• Fully remote work arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance.


• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development support.


• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.


• Supportive virtual team culture with regular engagement.