Junior Sales Trainee

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Real-world sales experience

Career growth potential

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Junior Sales Trainee to kick off a career in sales. The program provides comprehensive training across lead generation, customer engagement, and closing techniques, with mentoring from experienced sales professionals.

You will gain hands-on exposure and build foundational skills for success in the local market. The role emphasizes teamwork, eagerness to learn, and active participation in all training sessions, with a view to potential full-time employment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; tertiary business studies are a plus.
• Strong desire to learn and build a sales career.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior sales representatives in identifying and contacting potential customers.
• Learn and apply effective sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Support the sales team in preparing proposals and presentations.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide basic product information.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.
• Participate actively in all training sessions and team meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Business-related tertiary studies (plus)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting Junior Sales Trainee position based in Soweto , designed for ambitious individuals eager to launch their career in sales. This program provides comprehensive training and hands-on experience in various aspects of the sales process, including lead generation, customer engagement, and closing techniques. You will work closely with experienced sales professionals, learning best practices and developing essential sales skills. This is a valuable opportunity to gain practical knowledge and build a strong foundation for a successful career in sales within the Soweto community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior sales representatives in identifying and contacting potential customers.
• Learn and apply effective sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Support the sales team in preparing proposals and presentations.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide basic product information.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.
• Participate actively in all training sessions and team meetings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; tertiary education in business or a related field is a plus.
• Strong desire to learn and develop a career in sales.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude towards learning and sales activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Benefits

• Structured training program and mentorship from experienced sales professionals.
• Stipend provided throughout the trainee period.
• Exposure to real-world sales scenarios and customer interactions.
• Opportunity for potential full-time employment upon successful completion of the program.
• Valuable skills development for future career growth in sales.