Sales Development Apprentice

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-depth training in sales development

Mentorship from sales professionals

Career advancement path

Performance-based incentives

Competitive apprentice salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a proactive Sales Development Apprentice to join our dynamic sales team. This hands-on program provides training in sales techniques, customer engagement, and lead generation in a competitive market.

You will learn how to identify potential clients, build relationships, and contribute to revenue growth while working with experienced professionals. This entry-level role emphasizes communication skills, teamwork, and a drive to achieve targets, with mentorship

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• A strong desire to learn and succeed in a sales environment.
• Goal-oriented with a persistent and driven attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Basic understanding of sales principles is a plus.
• Professional demeanor and a commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential sales leads through various outreach methods.
• Engage prospective customers via phone, email, and social media.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for the sales team.
• Learn and utilize CRM software to manage leads and track progress.
• Achieve personal and team targets for lead generation and conversion.
• Stay informed about product offerings and market trends.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Goal-oriented

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and ambitious Sales Development Apprentice to join their dynamic sales team in Upington . This apprenticeship is designed to provide comprehensive training in sales techniques, customer engagement, and lead generation within a competitive market. You will work closely with experienced sales professionals, learning how to identify potential clients, build relationships, and contribute to revenue growth. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals with strong communication skills and a passion for achieving sales targets in a hands-on, office-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential sales leads through various outreach methods.
• Engage prospective customers via phone, email, and social media.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demonstrations for the sales team.
• Learn and utilize CRM software to manage leads and track progress.
• Achieve personal and team targets for lead generation and conversion.
• Stay informed about product offerings and market trends.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• A strong desire to learn and succeed in a sales environment.
• Goal-oriented with a persistent and driven attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Basic understanding of sales principles is a plus.
• Professional demeanor and a commitment to customer service.

Benefits

• In-depth training in sales development and techniques.
• Mentorship from successful sales professionals.
• Clear path for career advancement within the sales team.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Competitive apprentice salary and supportive team culture.