Graduate Trainee - Sales

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Structured graduate training program

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in George, South Africa, is seeking ambitious Graduate Trainees to start a sales career. You will receive dedicated training, mentorship, and hands-on exposure to customer needs and revenue growth.

The role blends office and remote work with mentorship from experienced sales professionals in a dynamic market. This structured program offers a clear career path, exposure to diverse sales strategies, and opportunities to learn from seasoned mentors as you develop essential skills in

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in a sales and business development career.
• Excellent interpersonal and persuasive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team in identifying and qualifying new business leads.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients.
• Assist in managing client accounts and building long-term relationships.
• Collaborate with marketing on sales collateral and promotions.
• Track sales activities and client interactions using the CRM.
• Aim to achieve targets for lead generation and early client engagement.

Skills

Sales interest

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor-level degree in Business or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for ambitious Graduate Trainees eager to build a career in sales, joining their team in George . This program is designed to provide recent graduates with a robust foundation in sales techniques, client relationship management, and business development. You will receive dedicated training and mentorship, working alongside experienced sales professionals to understand customer needs and drive revenue growth. This is a fantastic chance to develop essential sales skills in a dynamic market, contributing directly to the company's success and establishing yourself as a future sales leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sales team in identifying and qualifying new business leads through various outreach methods.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients.
• Assist in managing client accounts and fostering strong, long-term customer relationships.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on sales collateral and promotional activities.
• Track sales activities and customer interactions using the company's CRM system.
• Achieve set targets for lead generation and initial client engagement.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in a career in sales and business development.
• Excellent interpersonal and persuasive communication skills .
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to succeed.

Benefits

• Attractive starting salary with performance-based incentives.
• Structured graduate training program with a clear career path.
• Exposure to diverse sales strategies and client interactions in George .
• Opportunities to learn from seasoned sales professionals and mentors.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility.