Sales & Merchandising Assistant Intern | Managed People Solutions | Bloemfontein

Managed People Solutions Pty; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Managed People Solutions Pty invites energetic individuals to join as a Sales and Merchandising Assistant for a 12‑month full‑time internship in Bloemfontein. You will learn hands‑on in sales, merchandising and customer service while receiving a monthly stipend and starting 1 November 2026.

You will travel with Sales Representatives, support sales activities, merchandise displays, assist customers, and gain practical industry knowledge during the peak season.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Marketing, Business Management or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Travel with Sales Representatives on daily routes.
• Support sales activities and help achieve targets.
• Merchandise products and keep displays neat.
• Assist customers and build relationships.
• Learn sales, merchandising and in-store promotions.
• Work as part of a team to achieve objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer service orientation

Willingness to learn

Initiative

Education

Diploma or Degree in Marketing

Diploma or Degree in Business Management

Job description

Are you energetic, motivated and eager to gain valuable workplace experience?

Turn your ambition into opportunity! Join our team as a Sales and Merchandising Assistant and gain hands‑on experience in sales, merchandising and customer service while earning a monthly stipend.

You’ll work alongside experienced Sales Representatives and Merchandisers, learn on the job, build your confidence and develop practical skills to help you take the next step in your career.

YOUR ROLE: LEARN BY DOING!

• Travel with Sales Representatives on their daily routes as part of a ride‑along team.
• Support sales activities and contribute towards achieving sales targets.
• Merchandise products and ensure shelves and displays are neat, well‑stocked and eye‑catching.
• Assist customers and help build positive customer relationships.
• Gain practical knowledge of sales, merchandising and in‑store promotions.
• Work as part of a team to achieve sales and merchandising objectives.

WHY JOIN US?

• Earn while you learn! Receive a monthly stipend.
• Gain valuable hands‑on workplace experience.
• Develop your communication, teamwork and customer service skills.
• Build your confidence and strengthen your CV.
• Gain practical industry knowledge and improve your future career opportunities.

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

• Position: Sales and Merchandising Assistant
• Programme: 12-month full-time internship programme
• Location: Bloemfontein
• Start Date: 1 November 2026
• Monthly Stipend: Starting from R4,500, depending on your qualification.

ARE YOU THE RIGHT FIT?

We’re looking for individuals who have:

• A Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Business Management or a related field.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive attitude, honesty and a strong sense of responsibility.
• A willingness to learn, take initiative and work as part of a team.
• A passion for sales, customer service and merchandising.
• A strong commitment to completing the full 12-month programme on a full‑time basis.
• Availability to work throughout the peak season in December, including the festive season.

Ready to take the next step in your career?