Graduate Trainee - Sales

Placements24; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 100.000 - 145.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive stipend

Structured mentorship and training

Potential for conversion to permanent

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 invites applications for a Graduate Trainee position focused on Sales in Cape Town. The program provides hands-on training in sales techniques, client management, market analysis, and business development within a dynamic FMCG environment.

You will work closely with experienced sales professionals, shadowing on client visits, supporting CRM activities, and contributing to sales targets while developing a career path in sales leadership.

Formación

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Sales or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Cape Town and drive if needed.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the sales team in achieving targets.
• Learn and apply effective sales strategies.
• Support client relationship management and service.
• Participate in market research and competitor analysis.
• Prepare sales presentations and proposals.
• Shadow senior sales reps on client visits.
• Maintain sales records and update CRM.
• Assist in promotions and events.
• Contribute in team meetings with insights.
• Undertake specific sales projects as assigned.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Drive and positive attitude

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Sales or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent name in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is offering a Graduate Trainee position focused on Sales within their dynamic team in Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA . This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious graduates to gain hands-on experience and develop a successful career in sales. The trainee program provides comprehensive training in sales techniques, client relationship management, market analysis, and business development. You will work closely with experienced sales professionals, learning the intricacies of the FMCG market and contributing to sales targets. The goal of this program is to nurture future sales leaders for our client's business operations in the vibrant Cape Town market. This is a full-time, on-site role, emphasizing direct market interaction and team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in achieving sales targets and objectives.
• Learn and apply effective sales strategies and techniques.
• Support client relationship management and customer service initiatives.
• Participate in market research and competitor analysis.
• Help prepare sales presentations and proposals.
• Shadow senior sales representatives on client visits and negotiations.
• Maintain sales records and update CRM systems.
• Assist in the execution of sales promotions and events.
• Contribute to team meetings and share insights.
• Undertake specific sales projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• A strong desire to build a career in sales.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, drive, and a positive attitude.
• Basic understanding of sales principles is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Cape Town.
• A valid driver's license is advantageous for potential field activities.

Benefits

• This graduate trainee program offers a competitive stipend, invaluable real-world sales experience, and the potential for conversion to a permanent sales role.
• Trainees receive structured mentorship and training designed to accelerate their career development.
• This is an excellent platform to launch a sales career with a leading FMCG company in the scenic Cape Town , contributing to sales success in the Western Cape province .