Sales Development Representative
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 R22,200 – 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
Sales Development Representative (Remote)
Overview
Our client is seeking aSales Development Representative (SDR)to manage inbound lead flow and drive conversions through a primarily chat-based sales process.
This role is focused on engaging, qualifying, and converting leads—primarily through Instagram—while also handling follow-ups, re-engagement campaigns, and booking consultations. The ideal candidate is highly responsive, strong in written communication, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Primary Function
The primary function of this role is toengage inbound leads, qualify prospects, and book consultationsthrough a combination of chat-based outreach and phone interactions.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage inbound Instagram messages and engage leads through “sell-by-chat” conversations
Manage inbound Instagram messages and engage leads through “sell-by-chat” conversations
* Qualify prospects based on readiness, fit, and service needs
Qualify prospects based on readiness, fit, and service needs
* Book consultations accurately within the scheduling system
Book consultations accurately within the scheduling system
* Conduct discovery calls and guide prospects through next steps
Conduct discovery calls and guide prospects through next steps
* Execute consistent follow-ups with new leads who go cold
Execute consistent follow-ups with new leads who go cold
* Re-engage past or inactive clients to generate new opportunities
Re-engage past or inactive clients to generate new opportunities
* Maintain fast response times to maximize conversion rates
Maintain fast response times to maximize conversion rates
* Track and update lead activity within the CRM
Track and update lead activity within the CRM
* Follow messaging frameworks while adapting tone naturally to conversations
Follow messaging frameworks while adapting tone naturally to conversations
Required Qualifications
* Prior experience in a Sales Development Representative or similar sales role
Prior experience in a Sales Development Representative or similar sales role
* Strong written and verbal English communication (“crisp” and professional)
Strong written and verbal English communication (“crisp” and professional)
* Experience with chat-based sales (social media, SMS, or similar channels)
Experience with chat-based sales (social media, SMS, or similar channels)
* Proficiency withGoHighLevel (GHL)or similar CRM platforms
Proficiency withGoHighLevel (GHL)or similar CRM platforms
* Comfortable handling both messaging and phone-based conversations
Comfortable handling both messaging and phone-based conversations
* Strong follow-up discipline and persistence
Strong follow-up discipline and persistence
* Ability to manage multiple conversations and leads simultaneously
Ability to manage multiple conversations and leads simultaneously
* Reliable remote work setup and internet connection
Reliable remote work setup and internet connection
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience selling within healthcare, wellness, or fitness-related industries
Experience selling within healthcare, wellness, or fitness-related industries
* Familiarity with Instagram DM sales workflows
Familiarity with Instagram DM sales workflows
* Experience with scheduling tools or EMR systems (e.g., JNAP or similar)
Experience with scheduling tools or EMR systems (e.g., JNAP or similar)
* Ability to navigate conversations around injury, rehab, or performance training
Ability to navigate conversations around injury, rehab, or performance training
* Background in high-ticket or consultative sales environments
Background in high-ticket or consultative sales environments
Role Details
* Full-time, remote position
Full-time, remote position
* Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST
* Must be available for real-time lead response during working hours
Must be available for real-time lead response during working hours
What This Role Offers
* Direct impact on revenue through inbound lead conversion
Direct impact on revenue through inbound lead conversion
* High-volume lead flow with strong opportunity to perform
High-volume lead flow with strong opportunity to perform
* Clear structure with room to optimize and improve processes
Clear structure with room to optimize and improve processes
* Opportunity to grow within a sales-focused environment
Opportunity to grow within a sales-focused environment
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 R22,200/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,200/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 685 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →