Sales Graduate

Essity; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hygiene and health company is seeking graduates for their Sales Program in Johannesburg. This 18-month program provides comprehensive training and mentoring while candidates take on real responsibilities in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates are passionate about sales, have a relevant degree, and excellent analytical and communication skills, eager to make a positive impact in the market.

Benefits

Comprehensive sales training

Dedicated coaching and mentoring

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Graduate with a passion for sales and willingness to learn.
• No more than 24 months of work experience.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and maintaining customer relationships.
• Participate in product development training for customers.
• Prepare promotional activities based on market analysis.

Skills

Passion for sales

Strong analytical skills

Planning and computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor or Master)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our GO! Graduate Sales Program is designed for passionate, entry-level professionals eager to build a meaningful career in sales. This 18-month fast-track journey offers a clearly defined career path, comprehensive sales training, and dedicated coaching and mentoring from day one. You'll take on real responsibilities while being equipped with the tools and support needed to succeed. Through this program, we aim to attract, develop, and retain early-career talent, building a strong and sustainable pipeline for our permanent direct sales roles.

Are you a driven graduate eager to grow and ready to kickstart a dynamic career at Essity? If you're excited about Sales and curious to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

We value courage, creativity, and a results-driven mindset, especially when paired with a strong sense of purpose and alignment with our Beliefs and Behaviors. If you thrive in a supportive, coaching forward-thinking environment, this could be the perfect opportunity to start your journey

What You Will Do

You will be based in our Sales division located in Johannesburg, reporting to the National Sales Manager.

• Assist in building, growing, and maintaining customer’s relationships by running defined projects and support the day-to-day operations;
• Participate in the implementation of agreed product development plans and training for selected customers;
• Prepare promotional activities based on category management tools;
• Meet personal sales targets across the full line of products and/or services within the assigned customers supported by the National Sales Manager;
• Regularly collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction and order fulfillment;
• Monitor and analyze competitor activity to identify market trends and opportunities;
• Perform administrative tasks, planning, presentations, reporting and placing of orders.

Who You Are

• A graduate with a passion for sales, a positive attitude and a willingness to continuously learn;
• University degree (Bachelor or Master) - preferably in Business Administration, Economics, Healthcare, Medicine & Nursing, Health Science, Sales & Marketing;
• No more than 24 months work experience;
• A valid RSA driving license;
• Available for local and potential provincial travelling opportunities;
• Graduates with a curiosity for the consumers & customers journey through digital touch points;
• Strong analytical, planning and computer (Microsoft) skills;
• Fluent in English, with an international mindset and strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and cultures .

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good |Excel Together |Be You with Us

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa