Sales & Merchandising Assistant Intern | Managed People Solutions | Pietermaritzburg

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

Job summary

Managed People Solutions Pty in Pietermaritzburg invites applications for a 12-month full-time internship as a Sales and Merchandising Assistant. You will ride along with Sales Representatives, learn on the job and gain practical skills in sales, merchandising and customer service while earning a monthly stipend.

You will work with a team to achieve sales and merchandising goals, develop communication and teamwork abilities, and strengthen your CV for a future career in retail or field sales.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Marketing or Business Management degree/diploma

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: Pietermaritzburg
• 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?