Junior Sales Apprentice

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive sales training

Commission potential

Mentorship from sales leaders

Career progression path

Exposure to diverse clients

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Sales Apprentice to join the office-based team. You will receive intensive training in sales techniques, CRM usage, and product knowledge while working with seasoned professionals to identify leads, engage customers, and close deals.

This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in a target-driven environment with mentorship from sales leaders and clear career progression within the department.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Able to work both in a team and independently.
• Desire to learn about sales processes and customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads through prospecting methods including cold calling and email outreach.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and understand their needs.
• Collaborate with the sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Accurately record sales activities and customer interactions in the CRM system.
• Learn and apply effective negotiation and closing techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Proactive mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and outgoing individual to join their sales team as a Junior Sales Apprentice . This role is office-based and offers intensive training in sales techniques, customer relationship management, and product knowledge. You will work closely with seasoned sales professionals, learning how to identify leads, engage potential customers, and close deals. This apprenticeship is an ideal launchpad for a career in sales, providing essential skills and practical experience in a target-driven, supportive environment that fosters professional development and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate leads through various prospecting methods, including cold calling and email outreach.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and offering solutions.
• Collaborate with the sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Accurately record sales activities and customer interactions in the CRM system.
• Learn and apply effective negotiation and closing techniques.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Strong desire to learn about sales processes and customer engagement.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some sales or customer service experience is beneficial.
• Resilience and a positive attitude towards challenges.

Benefits

• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Competitive apprenticeship salary with potential commission bonuses.
• Mentorship from experienced sales leaders.
• Exposure to diverse clients and industries.
• Clear career progression path within the sales department.