Remote Junior Sales Associate — Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Remote work

Career advancement

Supportive virtual team

Industry experience

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a motivated Junior Sales Associate to join a fully remote sales team supporting operations in Soweto, Gauteng. This entry-level role offers training, mentorship, and exposure to lead generation, client engagement, and the fundamentals of sales within a virtual environment.

You will learn from experienced sales professionals, participate in regular training sessions, and gain hands-on experience with CRM tools, prospecting, and scheduling demos for the team.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Desire to learn about sales and build a career in the field.
• Self-motivated and able to manage tasks remotely.
• Basic computer proficiency including email and internet usage.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a virtual team.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior sales representatives with lead qualification and customer outreach.
• Conduct initial phone calls and email communications to potential clients.
• Schedule appointments and demos for the sales team.
• Gather information about potential customer needs and relay to the sales team.
• Maintain and update customer records in the CRM system.
• Learn and understand product/service offerings to communicate value propositions.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Remote work mindset

Basic computer skills

Fast learner

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 seeks a motivated Junior Sales Associate to join a fully remote sales team supporting operations in Soweto, Gauteng. This entry-level role offers training, mentorship, and exposure to lead generation, client engagement, and the fundamentals of sales within a virtual environment.

You will learn from experienced sales professionals, participate in regular training sessions, and gain hands-on experience with CRM tools, prospecting, and scheduling demos for the team.