Are you a graduate with a “hunter” mindset? CloudPlexo is opening its doors to high-energy SDR Trainees to join their fast-paced team in Sunninghill. If you want to break into the global tech industry—specifically AI, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Computing—without needing a Computer Science degree, this is your launchpad.
This is a performance-based role. You will be the engine that fuels CloudPlexo’s growth, building the pipeline that connects global enterprises with cutting-edge cloud solutions.
Position Details:
- Company: CloudPlexo
- Location: Sunninghill, Johannesburg
- Job Type: Trainee / Graduate Programme
- Experience Required: 0–1 Years
Who Should Apply?
You don’t need to be a developer. You need to be a communicator. CloudPlexo is looking for:
- Recent Graduates: Degrees in Marketing, Communications, Business, or Media.
- The “Sales DNA”: Candidates who are not afraid of the phone, who thrive on high-volume activity, and who understand that “No” is just the first step toward a “Yes.”
- Tech-Curious: You don’t need to code, but you must be genuinely interested in how Cloud, AI, and Security change the way businesses operate.
Understanding the SDR “Pipeline”
As an SDR, you act as the vital bridge between a lead and a closing account executive.
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In this role, you will be:
- Prospecting: Using LinkedIn, email, and cold calling to find the right decision-makers.
- Qualifying: Asking the right questions to see if the client actually has a problem that CloudPlexo can solve.
- Booking: Setting up meetings for senior sales leaders, essentially “opening the door” for big deals to happen.
How to Apply:
This role is high-visibility and fast-moving. Do not just send a generic CV.
- Optimize your LinkedIn: Ensure your profile looks professional.
- Highlight “Activity”: If you have experience in any role (even retail or student leadership) where you had to reach activity targets, emphasize that.
- Submit via the CloudPlexo Careers Portal.
Career Advice for SDR Applicants
- The “High-Volume” Mindset: This is not a “quiet office” job. You will be on the phone. Be prepared to talk about your resilience—how you handle rejection without losing your momentum.
- The “Business Value” Pitch: CloudPlexo sells “Cloud-Native” solutions. Don’t sell the technology; sell the result. Companies buy CloudPlexo services to save money, increase security, and scale faster. Use those words in your interview.
- CRM Familiarity: If you have never used a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tool like Salesforce, HubSpot, or Pipedrive, watch a 10-minute tutorial on YouTube before your interview. Knowing the terminology (Leads vs. Opportunities) will set you apart from every other candidate.
Possible Interview Questions
The “Hunter” Mentality
- “We make a high volume of cold calls here. How do you prepare yourself mentally for a day where you might get 50 ‘no’s’ in a row?”
- “Explain the difference between a ‘Lead’ and a ‘Qualified Opportunity.’ How do you know when to stop pursuing a lead?”
Tech & Strategy
- “Why would a company choose CloudPlexo for their Cloud Migration instead of doing it themselves?”
- “If you were tasked with finding a target prospect for our Cybersecurity services, what steps would you take to identify them?”