Graduate Business Development Representative

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + commission

Sales training

Career progression

Supportive team in Mahikeng

Industry exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a Graduate Business Development Representative to join the sales team. You will identify and qualify leads, initiate contact, and build relationships to create new opportunities, supported by comprehensive training.

The role emphasizes communication, negotiation, resilience, and team collaboration, with a clear path into sales roles and ongoing professional development. This entry-level position offers exposure to diverse industries and a competitive starting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or communications or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and persuasive abilities.
• Resilience, positive attitude and drive to achieve targets.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential client leads using various prospecting tools.
• Initiate contact with prospects through calls, emails, and social media.
• Understand client needs and communicate the value proposition of our client's solutions.
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Target-driven

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking energetic and motivated Graduate Business Development Representatives to join their sales team in Mahikeng . This role is an excellent entry point for individuals aspiring to a career in sales, offering comprehensive training and the opportunity to drive business growth. You will be responsible for identifying and qualifying potential clients, initiating contact, and building relationships to generate new sales opportunities. Working in a fast-paced environment in Mahikeng , you will develop crucial skills in communication, negotiation, and strategic sales planning. This position is ideal for resilient, goal-oriented individuals eager to make a significant contribution to the company's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential client leads using various prospecting tools.
• Initiate contact with prospects through calls, emails, and social media.
• Understand client needs and effectively communicate the value proposition of our client's solutions.
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system.

Requirements

• A degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a persuasive demeanor.
• Resilience, a positive attitude, and a drive to achieve targets.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Extensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Clear career progression path into sales roles.
• Opportunities to work with a dynamic and supportive team in Mahikeng .
• Exposure to various industries and client needs.