Sales Development Representative South
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 R33,300 – R37,000 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
Position:Sales Development Representative - South AfricaType of Contract: Independent ContractorWorking Hours:30 - 40 Hours CST/ESTSalary Range:$1.800-$2.000 USD monthly (based on experience)
About the Company
Our client is a boutique, reputation-driven agency operating in a tight-knit niche where trust, relationship-building, and high-EQ communication matter. They offer full-service printing and fulfillment company that helps clients deliver high-quality physical products — especially books — in a way that’s deeply human and brand-driven.
About the Role
The Sales Development Representative (SDR) will be responsible for outbound lead generation, prospect engagement, and appointment setting. This is a pure “hunter” role focused on identifying the right potential clients, initiating meaningful conversations, and creating opportunities that the CEO will ultimately close.
You will be the first point of contact for many high-profile or strategically important prospects, meaning your communication skills, emotional intelligence, and consultative approach are essential..
Duties and responsibilities:
Outbound Prospecting & Pipeline Development
* Build, manage, and consistently work a targeted “Dream 100” list of ideal clients.
* Conduct proactive outreach via email, social channels, and occasional calls.
* Research and understand prospects well enough to craft thoughtful, relevant outreach.
Lead Qualification & Meeting Booking
* Engage prospects with a high-EQ, consultative approach.
* Qualify inbound and outbound conversations to ensure strong meeting quality.
* Book meetings directly for the CEO, ensuring prospects arrive warm and informed.
Communication & Relationship Building
* Maintain professional, polished, and personalized communication at all times.
* Represent Brand Elevate’s values and reputation in a small, interconnected industry.
* Use strong verbal and written communication to articulate value and generate interest.
Collaboration & Reporting
* Work closely with the CEO to align on target accounts, messaging, and strategy.
* Provide regular updates on outreach activity, pipeline status, and upcoming meetings.
* Track activities and performance metrics using internal tools and processes.
Requirements
Must-Have Soft Skills
* High Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to read tone, build rapport, and communicate with nuance.
* Critical Thinking: Able to understand context, adapt messaging, and problem-solve independently.
* Strong Communication: Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication.
* Self-Motivated: Driven, disciplined, and capable of managing a structured outreach strategy.
Nice-to-Have
* Experience in outbound prospecting or appointment-setting.
* Familiarity with CRM or sales engagement tools.
* Past experience in agency or creative industries (not required).
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 R33,300/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,800/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 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →