Sales Development Representative – African Markets

Job title: Sales Development Representative – African Markets

Company: RedCloud Technology


Job description: About RedCloudWe are revolutionizing B2B commerce by delivering scalable, innovative solutions that empower businesses to grow and thrive in a competitive landscape. Our AI powered platform streamlines logistics, payments, and supply chain operations, making it easier for companies to connect, transact, and succeed. With a diverse and dynamic team, we’re committed to driving impact, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of global trade.The Role:We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Sales Development Representative to join our growing Commercial team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and qualifying new business opportunities with a strong focus on clients in the Retail, Supply Chain, and FMCG sectors across African markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven company that is scaling rapidly and transforming trade in emerging economies.You will act as the first point of contact for potential clients, playing a critical role in generating leads and driving early-stage pipeline growth. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development or sales roles, a solid understanding of the FMCG value chain, and demonstrable knowledge of doing business in key African markets.Key Responsibilities:Sales Development & Lead Generation:

• Conduct outbound prospecting activities via phone, email, and social channels to engage potential clients across African markets.
• Qualify leads through structured discovery calls and research, ensuring alignment with RedCloud’s value proposition.
• Collaborate closely with Account Executives and Marketing to develop strategic outreach plans.
• Manage and update CRM systems with accurate and timely information on prospect interactions.

Market Expertise & Client Understanding:

• Leverage your understanding of FMCG, retail, and supply chain environments in Africa to identify key business pain points.
• Translate customer needs into opportunities where RedCloud’s platform can deliver measurable value.
• Stay informed about market trends, industry challenges, and competitor movements across key African economies.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:

• Share insights with Product and Marketing teams to help shape market messaging and feature development.
• Actively contribute to the ongoing improvement of sales processes, outreach techniques, and lead qualification strategies.

Qualifications:Required:

• 2+ years of experience in Sales Development, Lead Generation, or Business Development.
• Strong knowledge of African FMCG, retail, or supply chain environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency using CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.

Preferred:

• Experience working directly in or with African markets in a commercial or consulting capacity.
• Understanding of digital commerce platforms or B2B SaaS solutions.
• Exposure to working with international or cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology to improve efficiency and ensure scalability (AI and Agentic tools)

Soft Skills:

• Results-driven with a proactive, self-starter mindset.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Team-oriented and adaptable to change.

Location:
London, UK (Hybrid Working)Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique experiences and perspectives might be just what we’re looking for.BenefitsWorking with a pioneering provider of eCommerce solutions you will have the opportunity to join an international company who are growing massively, we encourage ambition and creativity.Plus, you will get:

• 25 Days Annual leave, increasing to 26 days after 12 months in the business
• Enhanced Company Pension (Matched up to 5% & Salary Sacrifice)
• Healthcare Cashplan with Medicash
• Private Healthcare with Aviva
• Life Insurance with AIG
• Happl, our benefit platform which provides access to pre-negotiated discounts on a wide variety of services including entertainment, food, and fitness.
• Stock / Equity

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Expected salary:

Location: London

Job date: Thu, 08 May 2025 07:24:15 GMT

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