Sales Development Representative (Inside Sales)

June 8, 2026

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Job Description

Description:

Sparkhound is seeking an ambitious Sales Development Representative to join our growing team. This role is designed for a self-driven, results-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-focused environment and is eager to build a long-term career in technology sales.

Why This Opportunity

This is an ideal entry point for someone looking to break into tech sales and gain hands-on experience in a true inside sales role focused on lead generation and outbound outreach. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive culture that values initiative, consistency, and follow-through, where performance is visible and rewarded.

The BDR role is designed as a foundational position within Sparkhound. Individuals who demonstrate strong execution, coachability, and results will be well-positioned for expanded responsibilities and longer-term growth opportunities within the organization.

Sparkhound offers hourly pay + performance-based incentives, rewarding professionals who consistently exceed expectations and deliver measurable results.

What You Will Do

Lead Generation: Identify and engage potential leads.
Outreach: Initiate conversations and introduce Sparkhound services via email, phone calls, and LinkedIn.
Prospecting: Actively call prospects over the phone, send direct emails, perform LinkedIn outreaches, and engage in other secondary prospecting activities.
Qualification: Follow Sparkhound’s qualification process to assess the needs of potential customers and determine if they are a good fit for our services.
Appointment Setting: Schedule prospect meetings.

*Measures of Success*

Make at least 60 calls to the target market per day
Send at least 50 emails to the target market per day
Schedule at least 2 qualified first-time appointments per week
Record all lead generation activity in Apollo.io

Requirements:

Remote, with preference for candidates based in Louisiana, Texas, or Alabama.
1–3 years of inside sales experience (lead generation and high-volume outreach) in any industry, or a recent graduate with a sales-related degree seeking to build foundational experience in tech sales
Proven ability to generate positive conversations with prospects
Proficiency in Apollo.io is preferred
Ability to form relationships across the organization
Strong, persuasive verbal and written communication skills
Proven experience in a sales role, with a focus on lead generation
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to overcome objections and close deals
Solid understanding of sales methodologies and techniques
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a customer-centric mindset

Salary: USD 15 - 22 per hour

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