Graduate Trainee: Sales & Business Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Extensive sales training

Mentorship from sales leaders

Exposure to client interactions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Trainee for Sales and Business Development in Benoni. The program provides comprehensive training in sales techniques, CRM, market analysis, and growth strategies.

You will support lead generation, client engagement, and deal progression, working with sales leadership. Ideal for graduates with strong communication, eagerness to learn, and a client-facing mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a persuasive demeanor.
• Strong desire to learn and succeed in a sales-focused environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative sales team.
• Basic understanding of sales processes and business development principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and qualifying potential new business leads.
• Support the sales team in preparing proposals and presentations.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs and industry trends.
• Engage with prospective clients through various communication channels.
• Help maintain the customer relationship management (CRM) system with accurate data.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Persuasive demeanor

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Economics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Trainee for Sales and Business Development in Benoni. The program provides comprehensive training in sales techniques, CRM, market analysis, and growth strategies.

You will support lead generation, client engagement, and deal progression, working with sales leadership. Ideal for graduates with strong communication, eagerness to learn, and a client-facing mindset.