Sales Trainee

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive sales training & ongoing

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a motivated Sales Trainee to join the team in a hybrid role combining remote learning with office-based practical training. You will receive comprehensive training and mentorship to develop essential sales skills, support the sales team, and contribute to meeting targets.

This entry-level opportunity is ideal for someone eager to learn, grow, and build a successful career in a dynamic sales environment within South Africa.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; relevant tertiary education is a plus.
• Strong desire to build a career in sales and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and collaboratively in an office.
• Positive attitude and high level of motivation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all assigned sales training programs and learn product knowledge.
• Assist the sales team with lead qualification and initial customer outreach.
• Shadow experienced sales professionals during client interactions and meetings.
• Learn to use the CRM system to manage leads and track sales activities.
• Support the preparation of sales proposals and presentations.
• Contribute to achieving team sales goals through dedicated effort.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tertiary education (advantage)

Tools

CRM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Sales Trainee to join their team in Soweto . This hybrid role is designed for individuals eager to kick-start their career in sales, offering a blend of remote learning and hands-on experience. You will receive comprehensive training and mentorship to develop essential sales skills, support the sales team, and contribute to achieving targets. This is an exceptional entry-level opportunity for someone driven to learn, grow, and build a successful career in a dynamic sales environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in all assigned sales training programs and learn product knowledge.
• Assist the sales team with lead qualification and initial customer outreach.
• Shadow experienced sales professionals during client interactions and meetings.
• Learn to use the CRM system to manage leads and track sales activities.
• Support the preparation of sales proposals and presentations.
• Contribute to achieving team sales goals through dedicated effort.

Requirements

• A strong desire to build a career in sales and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently in a remote setting and collaboratively in an office environment.
• Positive attitude and a high level of motivation.
• Basic computer literacy and eagerness to learn new software.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; relevant tertiary education is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model providing a mix of remote study and office-based practical training.
• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing mentorship.
• Opportunities for career progression within the company.
• A supportive and encouraging team atmosphere to foster development.