Graduate Trainee - Sales & Business Development

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary with sales

Comprehensive sales training & ongoing

Hybrid work arrangement

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni invites bright graduates to join the Sales & Business Development Trainee program. You'll receive intensive training in client acquisition, relationship management, and market expansion, working with senior sales professionals in a hybrid setup to balance in-office sessions with remote work.

This program aims to develop future leaders in sales, offering mentorship, structured career progression, and opportunities to contribute to revenue growth while building a strong

Qualifications

• A recent degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to succeed.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.
• Interest in sales, client engagement, and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect potential new clients through various channels.
• Assist in developing and delivering persuasive sales presentations and proposals.
• Support the sales team in managing client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs and identify new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to align sales and marketing strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Commerce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for dynamic and ambitious Graduate Trainees to join their Sales & Business Development team in Benoni . This program is designed to cultivate future leaders in sales, providing intensive training in client acquisition, relationship management, and market expansion strategies. You will work closely with senior sales professionals, actively participating in sales cycles and contributing to revenue growth. The hybrid work model allows for both collaborative in-office sessions and focused remote work, offering a balanced approach to professional development. This is an exceptional opportunity for driven graduates to hone their sales acumen, build a strong professional network, and embark on a successful career in business development within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect potential new clients through various channels.
• Assist in developing and delivering persuasive sales presentations and proposals.
• Support the sales team in managing client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs and identify new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to align sales and marketing strategies.

Requirements

• A recent degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to succeed.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.
• Interest in sales, client engagement, and business growth.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with commission opportunities.
• Comprehensive sales training program and ongoing mentorship.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a balanced professional life.
• Clear career progression opportunities within the sales department.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to business growth in Benoni .