Business Development Representative

About Sweet Robo and the Role

Sweet Robo, operating remotely from South Africa, is looking for a driven Business Development Representative to join their global sales team full-time. This role focuses on generating and qualifying leads internationally, engaging with individual buyers, retailers, venue operators, and corporate decision-makers. The representative will introduce Sweet Robo’s smart and innovative technology products, qualifying prospects and handing over viable sales opportunities to the sales team.

Primary Duties

• Conduct research to pinpoint potential customers in various international regions
• Initiate lead generation through outbound communications including calls, emails, LinkedIn, and online investigation
• Present Sweet Robo's product line clearly and professionally to prospects
• Evaluate prospects according to their needs, interest levels, and business viability
• Identify chances for upselling and cross-selling relevant products
• Arrange qualified appointments for the sales representatives
• Maintain professional and consistent follow-up with leads
• Keep detailed and accurate records of lead data and sales activities
• Achieve set targets for both lead generation and securing appointments

Candidate Requirements

• Must reside in South Africa
• Minimum two years of experience in sales, business development, or lead generation
• Demonstrated skill in outbound prospecting and lead qualification
• Excellent verbal and written English communication abilities
• Professional and confident telephone demeanor
• Strong persuasion skills and ability to manage objections effectively
• Capability to understand and articulate technical or innovative product features
• Experience interacting with individual buyers and business decision-makers
• Exceptional skills in research, administrative tasks, and follow-up
• Self-driven, well-organized, and comfortable operating autonomously
• Availability to work aligned with USA business hours
• Possession of a personal laptop and smartphone
• Access to high-speed, reliable internet
• Workspace that is quiet and professional
• Dependable backup solutions for power and internet connectivity

Prior experience selling technology, machinery, equipment, or physical products internationally is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Remote work opportunity based in South Africa
• Base monthly salary of USD 2,000
• Additional commissions and performance-based bonuses negotiable
• Exposure to international markets and innovative tech products
• Potential growth opportunities for career enhancement