Sales & Business Development
Hire a Remote Business Development Representative
Identify leads, qualify prospects, and set up meetings while you close new deals.
Fill Your Pipeline with Qualified Opportunities
South African BDRs are relentless prospectors who research target accounts, conduct outreach via phone and email, qualify leads based on your criteria, and book meetings with decision-makers—keeping your sales pipeline consistently full of high-quality opportunities.
Proven track record in outbound prospecting and lead generation
Specific experience with CRM tools like Salesforce and HubSpot
Strong communication skills for cold calling and emailing
Ability to qualify leads and set appointments effectively
Resilient and goal-oriented mindset
Cost-effective solution - save up to 80% compared to local hires
What South African Remote Business Development Representatives Can Do
Lead Research & Prospecting
- •Research and identify target companies and decision-makers
- •Build prospect lists using LinkedIn, databases, and market research
- •Qualify leads based on ideal customer profile criteria
- •Prioritize accounts based on fit and buying signals
- •Maintain accurate prospect data in CRM system
Outbound Outreach
- •Conduct cold calls to engage prospects and pitch value proposition
- •Send personalized email sequences to target contacts
- •Follow up persistently with prospects across multiple touchpoints
- •Handle objections and qualify prospect interest level
- •Track all outreach activities and responses in CRM
Meeting & Appointment Setting
- •Schedule qualified discovery calls and product demos
- •Coordinate meeting times between prospects and sales team
- •Prepare meeting briefs with prospect background and needs
- •Send calendar invites and confirmation reminders
- •Update CRM with meeting status and next steps
Pipeline Management & Reporting
- •Track daily, weekly, and monthly activity metrics
- •Report on lead generation performance and conversion rates
- •Analyze outreach effectiveness and optimize messaging
- •Collaborate with sales team on lead quality feedback
- •Forecast pipeline contribution and meeting volume
Use Cases This Role Supports
A remote business development representative can help with these specific business needs
Account Management & Client Relations
Manage accounts, foster relationships, and help you grow revenue to increase lifetime value.
Learn MoreAppointment Scheduling
Coordinate client bookings, manage calendars, and help you maximize efficiency to increase productivity.
Learn MoreAppointment Setting
Qualify prospects, schedule meetings, and help you build a sales pipeline to increase revenue.
Learn MoreCold Calling & Outreach
Qualify leads, initiate contact, and help you build a sales pipeline to increase revenue.
Learn MoreContract & Proposal Generation
Draft agreements, format documents, and help you expedite sales to secure new business.
Learn MoreWhich Industries Need This Role?
Companies in these industries frequently hire remote business development representatives
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