Sales Development Representative - Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive training program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking an energetic Sales Development Representative to join our growing team. You will identify and qualify potential customers, initiating conversations and setting up meetings for senior sales staff in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

This entry-level role offers extensive training, hybrid work, and clear opportunities to advance into Account Management or other sales paths as you build your career in sales.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-facing role or a strong desire to start a career in sales.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm, resilience, and a proactive, results-driven attitude.
• Ability to research and understand target companies and their needs.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus.
• Based in or able to commute to Stellenbosch for hybrid working requirements.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential clients and key decision-makers through various outbound methods, including cold calls, emails, and social media.
• Engage prospects in meaningful conversations to understand their business needs and qualify them as potential leads.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives and Senior Sales Representatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all prospect interactions and sales activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies and messaging.
• Achieve monthly targets for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.

Skills

Communication

Listening

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an energetic and ambitious Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their growing team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . As an SDR, you will be at the forefront of the sales process, responsible for identifying and qualifying potential new customers. You will engage with prospects through various channels, building initial interest and setting up meetings for the senior sales team. This role is a crucial stepping stone for individuals aspiring to build a career in sales, offering extensive training and exposure to different facets of the business within a vibrant, innovative company.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential clients and key decision-makers through various outbound methods, including cold calls, emails, and social media.
• Engage prospects in meaningful conversations to understand their business needs and qualify them as potential leads.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives and Senior Sales Representatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all prospect interactions and sales activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies and messaging.
• Achieve monthly targets for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a customer-facing role or a strong desire to start a career in sales.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm, resilience, and a proactive, results-driven attitude.
• Ability to research and understand target companies and their needs.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus.
• Based in or able to commute to Stellenbosch for hybrid working requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work environment allowing for flexibility and structured office collaboration.
• Comprehensive training program designed to develop top sales talent.
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement into Account Management or other sales roles.
• Supportive team culture and access to experienced sales mentors.