Sales & Merchandising Intern: Learn by Doing & Earn Stipend

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

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.