Sales Lead Gen/Appointment Setter

This is a remote position.

Remote | Full-Time | EST (Eastern Time)
Job Overview: We are looking for a motivated and proactive Sales Lead Generator / Appointment Setter to join our client’s team. In this role, you will be responsible for generating qualified sales appointments with small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) through high-volume outbound calling. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident sales professional who enjoys building relationships, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable making cold calls. Comprehensive training will be provided, but we're looking for someone who already has a solid foundation in appointment setting and outbound sales.
Key Responsibilities:
- Make a high volume of outbound prospecting calls to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

- Identify potential customers and generate qualified sales opportunities.

- Schedule appointments for the sales team by engaging prospects in meaningful conversations.

- Conduct premise-based, conversational sales calls rather than relying on scripted pitches.

- Build rapport with prospects, uncover business needs, and create interest in the company's services.

- Handle objections professionally and confidently while maintaining a positive attitude.

- Accurately document call outcomes and appointment details in the company's CRM or tracking system.

- Meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly appointment-setting targets.

- Collaborate with the sales team to ensure a smooth handoff of qualified leads.

Qualifications:
- At least 2 years of proven experience in appointment setting, lead generation, or outbound sales.

- Demonstrated success making cold calls and booking qualified appointments.

- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

- Naturally confident, persuasive, and comfortable spending most of the workday on the phone.

- Resilient, persistent, and able to handle rejection professionally.

- Self-motivated with strong time management and organizational skills.

- High school diploma plus a minimum Associate Degree.

- Reliable internet connection and a quiet home office suitable for remote work.

Originally posted on Himalayas