← Back to Connect Jobs
CONNECT VERIFIED

Sales Development Representative

Blacksmith Agency

South Africa · remote · Full-time

Blacksmith Agency

Reports To: Director of Business Development ABOUT BLACKSMITH AGENCY (BSA) BSA is a fully remote digital agency focused on strategic WordPress design and development. We work with mid-market and enterprise brands that need more than just a beautiful site—they need results. Our team of 40+ designers, developers, PMs, and strategists operates with precision, clarity, and accountability. Sales is no exception. ROLE OVERVIEW We’re hiring Sales Development Representatives who are hungry to open doors and drive pipeline. This is a top-of-funnel role focused on researching, sourcing, and booking meetings with qualified decision-makers. You’ll work directly with our BSA sales team to identify key accounts, craft personalized outreach, and create the first impression of BSA for potential clients. This role is not about spamming a list, it’s about thoughtful outreach, pattern recognition, and smart communication. You’ll use a mix of tools (SalesLoft, LinkedIn, Apollo, Salesforce, etc.) to hit volume goals while maintaining high-quality touchpoints. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Source and research ideal accounts based on ICP (industries, headcount, revenue, tech stack) - Identify decision-makers and create accurate contact lists - Craft and execute personalized outbound sequences via email, LinkedIn, and phone - Book qualified discovery calls for AEs - Maintain clean records in Salesforce and SalesLoft - Work with the sales team to test messaging, optimize targeting, and tighten feedback loops - Track KPIs weekly (emails sent, open rates, reply rates, meetings booked, etc.) - Stay sharp on industry trends, client case studies, and our core service offerings REQUIREMENTS - 2 years in a similar SDR or BDR role (agency or SaaS experience is a plus) - Strong written communication, must be able to personalize outreach and speak in BSA’s tone - Familiar with outbound tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator, SalesLoft, Apollo, ZoomInfo - Comfortable using Salesforce and managing your own pipeline - Gritty, curious, and coachable, you seek feedback and implement it fast - Confident speaking with directors, marketing managers, and C-level execs BONUS POINTS IF YOU - Understand agency sales cycles or web design/development - Have tested outbound strategies or written cadences before - Have booked $50K+ project deals or enterprise retainers WHAT YOU’LL GET - Base + performance-based commission (with accelerators) - High visibility with leadership and AE team - Access to modern outbound tools and a sharp ICP - Fully remote work and a flexible schedule - The chance to grow into AE or strategy roles as you prove results - Great coaching and leadership daily to set you up for success Part of our application requires you to complete a Predictive Index Assessment - which you can do here. SDR PI Assessment https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/39YY/SDR_Nov2025_232850 Once completed, please apply for the role and our Talent Advisory team will be in touch with you within 3 to 4 business days.

SalesforceSalesSaaSAIGitUI
FREE MATCHED JOB ALERTS

Get jobs like this without searching manually.

Tell Connect what you want once. We will use your preferences to surface matching opportunities and invite you into your free career workspace.