FMCG Sales Trainee – Cape Town (Mentored, Hands-on)

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship program

Mentorship

Hands-on training

Career advancement

Networking

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks ambitious Graduate Trainees to join their Sales department. This entry-level role provides on-the-job training, exposure to client engagement, market analysis, and sales strategy implementation, with field duties across the Cape Town metro.

You'll work alongside experienced sales managers and reps, develop product knowledge, and gain hands-on experience in merchandising, store promotions, and order fulfilment, with a clear path to full-time opportunities in FMCG.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field.
• Demonstrated interest in sales and the FMCG sector.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist sales representatives in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Support the management of existing client accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Learn and apply effective sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Participate in client meetings, product demonstrations, and sales presentations.
• Assist in analysing sales data and market trends to identify opportunities within the territory.
• Help prepare sales reports and performance tracking documents.
• Understand and adhere to company sales policies and procedures.
• Gain practical experience in merchandising and in-store promotions.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the FMCG product portfolio and its competitive landscape in Cape Town.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Adaptability

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks ambitious Graduate Trainees to join their Sales department. This entry-level role provides on-the-job training, exposure to client engagement, market analysis, and sales strategy implementation, with field duties across the Cape Town metro.

You'll work alongside experienced sales managers and reps, develop product knowledge, and gain hands-on experience in merchandising, store promotions, and order fulfilment, with a clear path to full-time opportunities in FMCG.