Sales Development Representative - Solar Industry

About The Role

# Sales Development Representative - Solar Industry

> Huzzle · South Africa (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-22

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Sales Development Representative

## Description

### About Huzzle

At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talent with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include fast-growing startups, digital agencies, and tech platforms across industries like SaaS, CleanTech, MarTech, and FinTech. Unlike traditional outsourcing, you’ll be placed directly with a client as a valued in-house team member.

### **About the Company**

Our client is a fast-scaling company in the renewable energy sector, focused on delivering innovative solar solutions to residential and commercial customers. With a strong commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, they are expanding their sales team to meet increasing global demand for clean energy solutions.

**Role Type: Full-time**

**Engagement: Independent Contractor**

### **Job Summary**

We are seeking a driven and experienced Sales Development Representative (SDR) with a background in solar or adjacent industries (e.g., energy, utilities, HVAC, construction, or green tech). This role is ideal for someone skilled in outbound prospecting, lead generation, and qualifying opportunities within a high-growth, mission-driven environment.

### Key Responsibilities

Conduct high-volume outbound prospecting via cold calls, email, and LinkedIn to generate qualified leads
Identify and engage decision-makers in residential and commercial solar markets
Qualify inbound and outbound leads based on defined criteria and sales readiness
Schedule discovery calls and demos for Account Executives
Maintain accurate records of all activities and pipeline in CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)
Collaborate closely with marketing and sales teams to optimize outreach strategies
Stay up to date on solar industry trends, incentives, and competitive offerings

## Requirements

2+ years of experience in a Sales Development Representative, BDR, or outbound sales role
Proven experience in solar or adjacent industries (renewable energy, utilities, HVAC, construction, or similar)
Strong track record in cold calling, lead generation, and pipeline building
Excellent communication and objection-handling skills
Proficiency with CRM tools like Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar platforms
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work remotely and hit targets consistently
Fluent in English (written and spoken)

## Benefits
💰 Competitive salary based on experience
🌎 Fully remote role with a flexible work environment
⚡ Work in a high-growth clean energy / solar industry
📈 Clear career progression into Account Executive or senior sales roles
🚀 Direct placement with an international client (not outsourced)
🎯 Structured onboarding, training, and ongoing performance support
## Apply
[Apply at Huzzle](https://apply.workable.com/huzzle/j/B961F37A01/apply)
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