About Huzzle
At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talent with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include startups, digital agencies, and fast-growing tech businesses across industries such as SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, and eCommerce.
Unlike traditional outsourcing agencies, we place you directly with a client where you become an integrated, valued member of their team with long-term career growth opportunities.
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing digital marketing agency working with ambitious eCommerce and online brands to scale customer acquisition, revenue growth, and digital performance. They specialize in performance marketing, lead generation, paid media, and strategic growth campaigns for international clients.
They are looking for a highly driven Sales Development Representative (SDR) based in South Africa who understands the fast-paced nature of agency sales and can confidently engage with business owners, marketing leaders, and eCommerce brands.
Role Type: Full-time
Engagement: Independent Contractor
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SDR with a strong background in outbound sales within a marketing agency or eCommerce environment. This is a high-performance sales role focused on lead generation, outbound prospecting, appointment setting, and pipeline development.
This is a hard requirement role — candidates must have prior sales experience working in a marketing agency or eCommerce-related business environment.
The ideal candidate is commercially driven, confident in client-facing conversations, and experienced using outbound channels such as cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn prospecting, and CRM systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate qualified leads through outbound prospecting activities.
- Conduct cold calls, email outreach, and LinkedIn engagement campaigns.
- Identify and engage decision-makers within eCommerce brands and online businesses.
- Book high-quality meetings for the sales team.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and pipeline tracking.
- Research target accounts and personalize outreach strategies.
- Collaborate with marketing and sales leadership to improve campaign performance.
- Consistently meet and exceed KPIs related to outreach, meetings booked, and pipeline generation.
- Build strong relationships with prospective clients and nurture opportunities effectively.
- Must be based in South Africa.
- Proven experience as an SDR, BDR, or outbound sales representative.
- Mandatory: Previous sales experience within a marketing agency or eCommerce environment.
- Strong outbound prospecting and lead generation experience.
- Confident cold caller with excellent objection-handling skills.
- Experience using CRM platforms such as HubSpot, Salesforce, Pipedrive, or similar tools.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong time management abilities.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
- Stable internet connection and suitable remote work setup.
Preferred Experience
- Experience selling digital marketing services, paid media, SEO, or growth solutions.
- Familiarity with eCommerce platforms such as Shopify, WooCommerce, or Amazon ecosystems.
- Experience working with international clients, particularly UK or US markets.
💰 Competitive salary based on experience and performance.
🌍 Fully remote role with international exposure.
🚀 Work with a fast-growing digital marketing agency serving global brands.
📈 Strong long-term growth and career progression opportunities.
🎯 Performance-driven environment with clear KPIs and earning potential.
🤝 Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
🏆 Opportunity to work with exciting eCommerce and online businesses globally.