B2B Sales Specialist (Appointment Setter & Closer) (Remote)
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R18,500 – R27,750 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
B2B Sales Specialist (Appointment Setter & Closer)
Location:Remote (South Africa)
Hours:US Business Hours
Compensation:Competitive Base + Commission
Target Audience:Healthy & Seed Oil-Free Restaurants (CMOs, Owners, & Hospitality Groups)
The Opportunity
We are building the definitive platform for the healthy eating movement—think "Yelp," but exclusively for restaurants committed to high-quality ingredients and seed oil-free cooking.
We are seeking aB2B Sales Specialistbased in South Africa to own the full sales cycle. This is a unique role where you will manage both the "set" and the "close." You will be speaking with decision-makers who are often already familiar with our mission, as 50% of our inbound leads have already purchased a low-ticket offer from us. If you are diligent, professional, and passionate about the health/wellness space, this is a chance to sell a product you can actually get behind.
What You Will Own
1. High-Intent Appointment Setting
* Inbound Management:Respond to and qualify leads coming in through Instagram and our cold email platform.
* Warm Dialing:Execute 10–15 strategic dials per day to inbound leads who have expressed interest or engaged with our low-ticket products.
* SOP Execution:Follow our detailed, proven SOPs to move prospects from "curious" to "booked" efficiently.
2. The Full-Cycle Close
* Video Consultations:Conduct professional discovery and closing calls over video. We typically operate on a2-call closesequence.
* Deal Shaping:Sell advertising and partnership packages ranging from$3k to $8k per year.
* Diligence in Follow-up:Manage your entire pipeline inClose (CRM). We pride ourselves on never "leaving a lead hanging"—your success will depend on your ability to stay organized and persistent.
Who You Are
* Professional & Polished:You are comfortable speaking with high-level executives (CMOs) and hospitality group owners. You represent a premium, health-conscious brand and your communication reflects that.
* Relentlessly Diligent:You don’t let things fall through the cracks. You follow the process, you update the CRM, and you follow up until you get a definitive answer.
* B2B Sales Veteran:You have a proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within the SaaS, advertising, or hospitality sectors.
* Health-Conscious (Bonus):You don't just sell the platform; you believe in the seed oil-free movement. An interest in healthy eating or the hospitality industry will help you build instant rapport with our clients.
Technical Requirements
* CRM Mastery:Experience withCloseor similar modern CRM platforms.
* Remote Ready:A professional home office setup including high-quality audio/video for sales calls and a stable internet connection.
* Communication:Exceptional verbal and written English (South African-based candidates are preferred for their neutral accent and cultural alignment with our US/Global market).
Why Join Us?
* Warm Leads:You aren't "smiling and dialing" into the void. Half of your leads are already customers, making the barrier to entry much lower.
* Proven Systems:We have detailed SOPs for every part of the process—you won't be guessing how to succeed.
* Mission-Driven:Join a company that is actively helping people find healthier places to eat and supporting restaurants that care about ingredient quality.
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R18,500/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 588 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →