Sales Operations Analyst Trainee

Talent'd HR Solutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent'd HR Solutions is offering a trainee position as a Sales Operations Analyst at Cisco in Bengaluru, India. This role will immerse you in sales operations where you will work alongside experienced professionals and be involved in processes such as data analysis and client solution planning.

Trainees gain valuable insights into enterprise technology sales and build essential skills for future roles in business analysis and strategic planning. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration is required.

Qualifications

• Eager to learn about enterprise sales processes.
• Strong interest in business strategy and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist sales teams with customer requirement gathering.
• Support the creation of solution presentations.
• Help prepare Bills of Quantity based on customer needs.
• Work with Systems Engineers on technical details.
• Collaborate on customer engagement strategies.
• Analyze sales data to identify trends and improvement areas.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Job description

Start Your Career in Sales Operations with Cisco

Cisco is known worldwide for shaping the way technology connects people, businesses, and entire industries. From networking infrastructure to cutting‑edge security and AI-powered platforms, the company has spent decades building solutions that power the modern digital world. But behind every successful product rollout and enterprise deal sits a strong sales operations engine.

This trainee position places you right inside that engine. As a Sales Operations Analyst Trainee, you will work closely with experienced sales professionals and strategy teams who drive business growth across commercial client segments. The role is designed as a learning experience first, but the exposure is very real. Expect hands‑on involvement with sales processes, data analysis, and client solution planning.

Now, here’s the interesting part. Cisco’s sales operations teams don’t just manage numbers or spreadsheets. They shape how sales teams approach markets, structure deals, and identify growth opportunities across regions.

What the Role Looks Like Day to Day

During this apprenticeship period, you'll gradually develop an understanding of how enterprise technology solutions are positioned and delivered to customers. You will collaborate closely with Virtual Sales Account Managers (VSAMs) and internal engineering teams to understand client requirements and support solution proposals.

Some days will revolve around research and analysis. Other days will involve preparing documentation for client proposals or coordinating with cross‑functional teams to ensure everything aligns before a solution is presented.

Expect a fast‑paced learning curve. But also expect guidance. The program is structured so that trainees receive mentorship while building real operational knowledge.

• Assist sales teams with gathering and organizing customer requirements
• Support the creation of solution presentations and proposal materials
• Help prepare Bills of Quantity (BOQ) based on customer needs and product specifications
• Work with Systems Engineers to validate technical details within proposed solutions
• Collaborate with Virtual Sales Account Managers on customer engagement strategies
• Maintain internal records related to deals, renewals, and pipeline opportunities
• Analyze sales data to help identify trends and improvement areas
• Assist with forecasting activities and regional sales reporting
• Participate in internal strategy discussions and planning sessions

Short version: you'll see how enterprise sales actually works from the inside.

Exposure to Strategic Sales Processes

This role introduces you to the commercial client segment where Cisco builds relationships with mid‑sized and enterprise customers. These relationships often involve complex deals that combine networking hardware, software platforms, and long‑term service agreements.

As a trainee, you'll observe how account teams build these relationships over time. You’ll also learn how upselling and cross‑selling strategies expand existing accounts while delivering real value to customers.

And yes, data matters here. A lot. Sales forecasting, pipeline tracking, and performance monitoring all rely on accurate operational insights. Your contributions help ensure that decision‑makers across the business are working with reliable information.

Learning Environment and Team Culture

Cisco teams operate with a strong sense of collaboration. You won't be working in isolation or performing repetitive administrative work all day. Instead, you’ll interact with sales leaders, engineers, analysts, and program managers across multiple teams.

That cross‑functional exposure is intentional. It helps trainees understand how different departments contribute to successful customer engagements.

Expect open conversations, shared problem solving, and plenty of mentorship along the way. Questions are encouraged. Curiosity is welcomed.

Quick heads‑up: the role rewards initiative. Trainees who actively ask questions, explore data, and volunteer for tasks tend to gain the most from the program.

Why Early Career Professionals Choose Cisco

Cisco has spent over four decades pushing the boundaries of networking, security, and digital infrastructure. Today the company is also deeply involved in shaping how organizations operate in an AI‑driven world.

Working here means joining a global network of engineers, strategists, and innovators who are constantly experimenting with new technologies and ideas. But the culture goes beyond innovation alone. Collaboration and empathy are core values across the company.

That means people support each other, knowledge flows freely, and teams celebrate shared success.

For trainees and early career professionals, the biggest benefit is exposure. You’ll see how global technology companies operate, how strategic sales decisions are made, and how large client relationships are managed.

And if you enjoy solving problems, analyzing business data, and supporting high‑impact deals, this environment can be incredibly rewarding.

What You Will Walk Away With

By the end of the apprenticeship period, trainees typically gain a strong foundation in sales operations, enterprise technology sales processes, and collaborative business strategy. You’ll also build practical workplace skills that translate well into roles across operations, business analysis, account management, and strategic planning.

But perhaps the most valuable outcome is perspective. Seeing how large technology solutions come together, from early client discussions to final deal execution, provides insights that many professionals only gain years into their careers.

If you're curious about business strategy, eager to learn how enterprise sales really works, and ready to grow inside a globally recognized technology company, this trainee role offers a meaningful place to start.

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)