Sales Development Representative (SDR) | Outbound Prospecting

Pavago

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About the Role

  • At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Sales Development Representative SDR to generate qualified sales opportunities through high-volume outbound prospecting and lead qualification.
  • This is a fast-paced, phone-first sales role where you'll engage prospects through calls, email, and text messaging, identify qualified opportunities, and help build a healthy sales pipeline. Success in this role comes from persistence, strong communication skills, and the ability to consistently achieve outreach goals.
  • If you're coachable, goal-driven, and looking to build a successful career in sales, this is an excellent opportunity to grow.

What You'll Own Outbound Prospecting

  • Conduct high-volume outbound outreach via phone, email, and text messaging.
  • Identify and engage prospective candidates and leads across assigned campaigns.
  • Build rapport quickly and maintain professional conversations.
  • Follow structured outreach cadences and prospecting workflows.
  • Consistently achieve daily outreach activity goals.

Lead Qualification

  • Qualify prospects based on predefined campaign criteria.
  • Conduct discovery conversations to assess fit and interest.
  • Gather relevant information and determine next steps.
  • Advance qualified prospects through the sales pipeline.
  • Deliver a professional and positive prospect experience.

Inbound Lead Follow-Up

  • Respond promptly to inbound leads generated through job postings and marketing efforts.
  • Conduct qualification conversations and identify next steps.
  • Maintain ongoing communication until a clear outcome is reached.
  • Ensure timely and consistent follow-up.

CRM & Pipeline Management

  • Maintain accurate records of prospect interactions.
  • Log calls, emails, texts, and follow-up activities in the CRM.
  • Keep pipeline stages updated and organized.
  • Support reporting through accurate activity tracking.
  • Maintain clean and reliable CRM data.

Team Collaboration

  • Coordinate qualified lead handoffs to recruiting teams or sales leadership.
  • Share prospect insights and relevant information with internal stakeholders.
  • Participate in coaching sessions, training, and team meetings.
  • Collaborate with leadership to improve outreach performance.

Performance & Target Achievement

  • Meet daily and weekly outbound activity targets.
  • Achieve lead qualification and conversion goals.
  • Follow established sales processes and messaging.
  • Continuously improve outreach techniques and communication skills.
  • Maintain consistent performance in a metrics-driven environment.

Requirements Must-Have Qualifications Experience & Skills

  • Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
  • Confident, persuasive, and professional communication style.
  • Comfortable making high-volume outbound calls.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple conversations and follow-ups simultaneously.
  • Comfortable following structured sales processes and scripts.
  • Reliable internet connection and professional remote workspace.
  • Availability during U.S. Central Standard Time business hours.

Nice-to-Have Previous experience as:

  • Sales Development Representative SDR
  • Business Development Representative BDR
  • Outbound Sales Representative
  • Cold Caller
  • Recruiter
  • Lead Generation Specialist
  • Experience using CRM or Applicant Tracking Systems ATS.
  • Experience supporting U.S.-based clients or companies.
  • Experience in commission-based or performance-driven sales environments.
  • Familiarity with pipeline management and sales metrics.
  • Proven success meeting outreach and conversion targets.

Tools & Technologies

  • Google Workspace Gmail, Sheets, Drive
  • Slack
  • CRM / Lead Management Software
  • Phone & Dialer Systems
  • Email Outreach Platforms

What Makes You a Strong Fit

  • High-energy and enthusiastic communicator.
  • Comfortable initiating conversations with new people.
  • Resilient and confident when handling rejection.
  • Goal-oriented and motivated by performance.
  • Organized with strong follow-up discipline.
  • Coachable and eager to learn.
  • Accountable with a strong work ethic.
  • Positive, collaborative team player.
  • Thrives in fast-paced, metrics-driven environments.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

  • Review assigned leads and daily outreach goals.
  • Make outbound calls to prospective candidates and leads.
  • Send follow-up emails and text messages.
  • Conduct qualification conversations.
  • Update CRM records and activity logs.
  • Follow structured outreach cadences.
  • Coordinate qualified lead handoffs.
  • Track progress toward daily and weekly KPIs.
  • Participate in coaching sessions and team meetings.
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