Sales Executive / SDR

Recruit Digital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech company is seeking a proactive Sales Executive / SDR to drive new business opportunities in Johannesburg. In this outbound role, you will conduct cold outreach, qualify leads, and work closely with the engagement team. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of sales experience, excellent communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. A relevant qualification or track record in sales is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of proven sales experience, ideally in software or tech.
• Strong initiative and adaptability in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound prospecting and cold outreach.
• Generate and qualify leads in target industries.
• Visit client offices to initiate conversations.

Skills

Proven sales experience

Excellent communication skills

Confidence in cold calling

Adaptability in a dynamic team

Education

Relevant qualification in sales

Job description

Sales Executive / SDR

Location : Johannesburg

Salary : R20,000 – R35,000 per month (base) + commission

About the Role

Are you a go-getter who loves the thrill of opening doors and starting conversations? We’re looking for a proactive and ambitious SDR / Sales Executive to join our growing team. This is a greenfield outbound role – you’ll be identifying new business opportunities, reaching out to prospects, and qualifying leads through calls, emails, LinkedIn, and site visits.

If you’re confident, resilient, and thrive in a fast-paced, unstructured environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conducting outbound prospecting and cold outreach
• Generating and qualifying leads in target industries
• Passing qualified leads to the engagement team for deeper sales follow-up
• Visiting client offices and initiating conversations onsite
• Learning the ins and outs of our software offering

What We’re Looking For

• 2-5 years of proven sales experience (ideally in software, SaaS, or tech)
• Excellent communication skills – in person, on the phone, and in writing
• Confidence and resilience in cold calling and site-based outreach
• Strong initiative and adaptability in a small, dynamic team
• A relevant qualification or a solid track record in sales

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in office tech, security, or access control
• A strong LinkedIn presence or relevant audience reach
• Ability to write and share insights about workplace tech
• Understanding of customer pain points in access, compliance, or facilities