# Sales Development Representative - Solar Industry

> Huzzle · South Africa (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-22

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Sales Development Representative

## Description

### 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 fast-growing startups, digital agencies, and tech platforms across industries like SaaS, CleanTech, MarTech, and FinTech. Unlike traditional outsourcing, you’ll be placed directly with a client as a valued in-house team member.

### **About the Company**

Our client is a fast-scaling company in the renewable energy sector, focused on delivering innovative solar solutions to residential and commercial customers. With a strong commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, they are expanding their sales team to meet increasing global demand for clean energy solutions.

**Role Type: Full-time**

**Engagement: Independent Contractor**

### **Job Summary**

We are seeking a driven and experienced Sales Development Representative (SDR) with a background in solar or adjacent industries (e.g., energy, utilities, HVAC, construction, or green tech). This role is ideal for someone skilled in outbound prospecting, lead generation, and qualifying opportunities within a high-growth, mission-driven environment.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Conduct high-volume outbound prospecting via cold calls, email, and LinkedIn to generate qualified leads
-   Identify and engage decision-makers in residential and commercial solar markets
-   Qualify inbound and outbound leads based on defined criteria and sales readiness
-   Schedule discovery calls and demos for Account Executives
-   Maintain accurate records of all activities and pipeline in CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)
-   Collaborate closely with marketing and sales teams to optimize outreach strategies
-   Stay up to date on solar industry trends, incentives, and competitive offerings

## Requirements

-   2+ years of experience in a Sales Development Representative, BDR, or outbound sales role
-   Proven experience in solar or adjacent industries (renewable energy, utilities, HVAC, construction, or similar)
-   Strong track record in cold calling, lead generation, and pipeline building
-   Excellent communication and objection-handling skills
-   Proficiency with CRM tools like Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar platforms
-   Highly self-motivated with the ability to work remotely and hit targets consistently
-   Fluent in English (written and spoken)

## Benefits

💰 Competitive salary based on experience

🌎 Fully remote role with a flexible work environment

⚡ Work in a high-growth clean energy / solar industry

📈 Clear career progression into Account Executive or senior sales roles

🚀 Direct placement with an international client (not outsourced)

🎯 Structured onboarding, training, and ongoing performance support

## Apply

[Apply at Huzzle](https://apply.workable.com/huzzle/j/B961F37A01/apply)

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