Graduate Trainee - Sales Executive

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate training program

Monthly stipend + commission

Mentorship from top sales executives

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks driven graduates to join the Randburg sales team as Graduate Trainees. You will learn prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals under seasoned sales leaders, contributing to revenue growth and client relationship management.

This 12-month program offers intensive coaching, exposure to diverse clients, and mentorship from top-performing Gauteng sales executives, with clear paths to rapid career advancement in sales management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven drive to achieve sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through various sales channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions and product information.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential customers.
• Negotiate contract terms and close sales to meet targets.
• Collaborate with marketing and customer support for client satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Persuasion skills

Results-driven

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking driven and persuasive graduates to join their sales team as Graduate Trainees in Randburg . This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed for a successful career in sales, including prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals. You will work under the guidance of experienced sales leaders, contributing to revenue growth and client relationship management. This is a fantastic opportunity for ambitious individuals looking to excel in a high-performance sales environment within the bustling commercial centre of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through various sales channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions and product information.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential customers.
• Negotiate contract terms and close sales to meet targets.
• Collaborate with the marketing and customer support teams to ensure client satisfaction.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasion skills.
• A results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to achieve sales goals.
• Ability to understand and articulate product value propositions effectively.
• Self-motivated and resilient, with a positive attitude towards challenges in Randburg .
• Willingness to learn and adapt to sales methodologies and market trends.

Benefits

• A comprehensive 12-month graduate training program with intensive sales coaching.
• Competitive monthly stipend plus attractive commission and bonus structures.
• Exposure to a diverse client base and market segments.
• Mentorship from top-performing Sales Executives in Gauteng .
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement in sales management.