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Sales Development Representative

Pavago · Remote, South Africa

Lead Generation / TelesalesEntry LevelRemoteQuick applyfull-time9 days ago

About The Role

Job Type: Full-Time

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

We’re hiring a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to drive pipeline growth through outbound prospecting, lead generation, and appointment setting.

In this role, you’ll identify target accounts, engage decision-makers through multi-channel outreach, and generate qualified meetings for the sales team. You’ll serve as the first point of contact for prospective customers and play a critical role in revenue growth.

If you’re confident in cold outreach, thrive in a target-driven environment, and enjoy turning conversations into opportunities, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Prospecting & Lead Generation

  • Build targeted prospect lists using:
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • ZoomInfo
  • Apollo
  • Crunchbase
  • Other prospecting platforms
  • Research companies and identify key decision-makers.
  • Personalize outreach based on industry, role, and business needs.
  • Develop and maintain a healthy pipeline of outbound opportunities.

Outbound Sales & Cold Calling

  • Execute high-volume outreach across:
  • Phone
  • Email
  • LinkedIn
  • Video messaging
  • Conduct 30–40 cold calls per day.
  • Manage 60–100 daily outreach activities.
  • Handle objections professionally and confidently.
  • Build rapport quickly and generate interest in company solutions.

Sales Cadence & Campaign Execution

  • Build and manage multi-touch outreach sequences.
  • Execute 5–10 touchpoint campaigns across multiple channels.
  • Test and optimize:
  • Subject lines
  • Messaging
  • Call scripts
  • CTAs
  • Improve:
  • Response rates
  • Meeting conversion rates
  • Pipeline generation performance

CRM & Pipeline Management

  • Maintain accurate CRM records in:
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Zoho CRM
  • Log all prospect interactions and activities.
  • Update lead stages and opportunity statuses.
  • Maintain strong CRM hygiene and pipeline visibility.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Account Executives to ensure smooth lead handoffs.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams on messaging and lead quality.
  • Share prospect insights and market feedback.
  • Support ongoing sales process improvements.

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in:
  • Sales Development
  • Business Development
  • Outbound Sales
  • Lead Generation
  • Experience with:
  • Cold calling
  • Email outreach
  • Sales engagement platforms
  • Familiarity with:
  • Outreach
  • Salesloft
  • Apollo
  • HubSpot Sequences
  • Experience using CRM systems such as:
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Zoho CRM
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Highly organized, resilient, and results-oriented.
  • Comfortable working remotely during U.S. business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2–4 years of SDR or BDR experience with a track record of quota attainment.
  • Experience selling into:
  • B2B SaaS
  • Marketing services
  • Professional services
  • Technology companies
  • Familiarity with sales methodologies such as:
  • SPIN Selling
  • MEDDIC
  • Challenger Sale
  • Sandler
  • Experience targeting mid-market or enterprise accounts.

Tools & Technology

  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • ZoomInfo
  • Apollo
  • Crunchbase
  • Outreach.io
  • Salesloft
  • HubSpot Sequences
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot CRM
  • Zoho CRM

What Makes You a Great Fit?

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Comfortable initiating conversations with new prospects.
  • Competitive, goal-oriented, and self-motivated.
  • Resilient when facing rejection.
  • Organized and disciplined with follow-up.
  • Driven by performance metrics and continuous improvement.

What Success Looks Like

  • 60–100 outbound activities completed daily.
  • Consistent pipeline generation.
  • 15–20 meaningful prospect conversations per week.
  • 8–12 qualified meetings booked per month.
  • Accurate CRM records and activity tracking.
  • Continuous improvement in conversion and response rates.

Why Join Us?

  • Direct impact on pipeline generation and revenue growth.
  • Work in a high-performance sales environment.
  • Gain hands-on experience in modern outbound sales.
  • Develop skills in prospecting, qualification, and sales strategy.
  • Clear career progression into:
  • Senior SDR
  • Business Development Representative
  • Account Executive
  • Sales Manager
  • Fully remote work environment with structured support and coaching.

Interview Process

  • Initial Screening Call
  • Recruiter Interview
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Onboarding

Apply Now

  • If you’re an SDR who enjoys prospecting, cold outreach, and generating qualified opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.
  • Apply today and help build a high-performing sales pipeline.

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