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Sales Representative

Somewhere

Fully Remote
Remote - South Africa
South Africa
US hours

Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R18,500 – R33,300 ZAR. 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 (SDR) – Outbound Prospecting / "Whale Hunting"
* Work Arrangement:Fully Remote
* Sourcing Location:Open / Global (Candidate must possess native ornear-native American English accent)
* Working Hours:Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
* Compensation & Structure:Base Salary:$1,000 – $1,800 / month (+ 2.5% commission)Commission Structure:Long-term / milestone-based commissionschedule tailored for high-value enterprise prospective targets ("whales").Details to be finalized during the interview process.
* Base Salary:$1,000 – $1,800 / month (+ 2.5% commission)
* Commission Structure:Long-term / milestone-based commissionschedule tailored for high-value enterprise prospective targets ("whales").Details to be finalized during the interview process.
* Hiring Timeline:Candidate shortlist presentation by next week (approx. October 26–28).

About the Company

We are an established U.S. manufacturer and wholesale distributor specializing in high-quality packaging and hardware solutions, including kitting boxes, plastic boxes, grip plastic jars, and plastic drywall anchors.

Approximately 90% of our products are proudly Made in the USA. The company serves hardware stores, lumber yards, garden centers, auto shops, and enterprise retail accounts across Florida and international territories. We value quality craftsmanship, long-term business relationships, and dependable customer service.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly articulate, persuasive outbound Sales Development Representative (SDR) focused purely on top-of-funnel prospecting and strategic lead generation.

Unlike a full-cycle sales position, this role focuses strictly on identifying high-value commercial accounts ("whales"), making outbound contact, qualifying key decision-makers, and generating strong interest in the company’s American-made packaging and hardware solutions. Once a prospect demonstrates interest, the SDR will seamlessly hand off the account to a Senior Sales Representative for closing.

Because this role represents a U.S. manufacturing brand selling American-made products, a native or near-native American accent with clear, unaccented English fluency is a strict, mandatory requirement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Outbound Prospecting & Lead Generation
* Conduct targeted outbound telephone, email, and digital outreach to identify potential large-scale enterprise accounts ("whales") across packaging, hardware, and retail sectors.
* Pitch company's U.S.-manufactured product catalog—including kitting boxes, plastic boxes, drywall anchors, and plastic jars.
* Articulate the value proposition of purchasing directly from a high-quality domestic manufacturer.

2. Qualification & Sales Hand-off
* Qualify prospects based on store/business size, product volume requirements, buying habits, and purchasing timelines.
* Spark genuine interest and transfer qualified opportunities to Senior Sales Representatives to complete product demonstrations, quotes, and contract closings.

3. CRM & Pipeline Tracking
* Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all calls, emails, contacts, and lead statuses in the CRM.
* Track long-term prospect nurture cycles and schedule timely follow-ups.
* Collaborate closely with senior sales management and executive leadership on pipeline updates.

Qualifications & Requirements
* Language & Tone (Hard Requirement):Must speak fluent English with a native or near-native American accent. Candidates must sound natural and seamless on the phone when representing a "Made in USA" brand.
* Experience:2–5 years of outbound B2B sales development, cold calling, account prospecting, or inside sales experience.
* Industry Familiarity (Preferred):Prior experience in wholesale distribution, packaging materials, hardware, building supplies, or manufacturing sales is a strong advantage.
* Target-Driven Mindset:High persistence and comfort with outbound cold calling and long-term deal nurturing ("whale hunting").
* Technical Setup:Reliable high-speed internet, a noise-canceling professional headset, and a quiet, dedicated home office workspace.

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 1819 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →