About the Role

Our client, a fast-paced technology sales company, is seeking motivated individuals for its Junior Sales Development Representative (SDR) Apprenticeship program. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in B2B sales, lead generation, and customer relationship building. You will learn essential sales techniques, how to identify and engage potential clients, and contribute directly to the sales pipeline. This role is fully remote, enabling you to work from anywhere in South Africa and connect with clients and colleagues virtually. You will be coached by experienced sales leaders, learning how to excel in a dynamic sales environment. The program focuses on developing core sales competencies and preparing you for a successful career in sales.

Key Responsibilities

- Identify and research potential clients using various prospecting tools and databases.
- Initiate contact with potential customers through calls, emails, and social media.
- Qualify leads based on defined criteria to identify sales opportunities.
- Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for the Account Executive team.
- Build and maintain relationships with prospective clients.
- Understand client needs and effectively communicate product/service value propositions.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities in the CRM system.
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to refine outreach strategies.




- Meet or exceed targets for qualified leads and scheduled appointments.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activities.

Requirements

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, or Sales is a plus.
- Solid desire to pursue a career in sales.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasion skills.
- Self-motivated, resilient, and driven to achieve goals.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new sales processes and technologies.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Comfortable working in a remote, virtual team environment.
- Proficiency with CRM software and sales engagement tools is beneficial.
- Must be eligible to work in South Africa.
- Access to a reliable internet connection and a suitable remote workspace.

Benefits

- Paid apprenticeship program with clear advancement opportunities into Account Executive roles.
- Comprehensive training in consultative sales techniques and lead generation.
- Mentorship from top-performing sales professionals.
- Direct exposure to the B2B sales cycle.
- Opportunity to earn performance-based incentives.
- Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and autonomy.
- Dynamic and supportive sales team culture.
- Develop highly valuable and transferable sales skills.
- Be part of a growing technology company.

📌 Junior Sales Development Representative Apprentice (Kimberley)
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📍 Kimberley