Sales Trainee YES Intern - PMB

The Talent Room; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Talent Room in Pietermaritzburg offers an automotive sales internship providing hands-on learning from customer engagement to vehicle delivery. Successful candidates will gain exposure to dealership operations, assist with sales functions, and build professional communication and customer service skills.

Interns will support sales consultants, help with vehicle presentations and documentation, and participate in events.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
• Valid driver’s licence (non-negotiable).
• Must not have completed a YES Programme previously.
• Currently unemployed.

Responsibilities

• Assist sales consultants with customer enquiries and follow-ups.
• Support vehicle presentations and test drive arrangements.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and leads.
• Assist with preparing sales documentation, quotations, invoices and delivery paperwork.
• Participate in dealership events, activations and promotions.
• Conduct research on vehicle models, pricing and competitor offerings.
• Assist with updating online vehicle listings and marketing content.
• Learn to track and report on performance metrics such as lead conversions and sales targets.
• Provide administrative support to the sales and finance teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Verbal and written communication

Education

Sales and Marketing

Business Management

Commerce

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to learn how the automotive sales process works, from customer engagement to vehicle delivery. Successful candidates will gain exposure to day-to-day dealership operations, assist with sales functions, and develop valuable professional, communication, and customer service skills.

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 certificate
• Valid driver's licence (non-negotiable)
• Must not have completed a YES Programme previously
• Currently unemployed
• It would be advantageous if you are currently studying towards, or have recently completed, a qualification in:
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Business Management
  • Commerce
• Computer literate (MS Office: Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for the automotive industry
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities:

• Assist sales consultants with customer enquiries and follow-ups
• Support vehicle presentations and test drive arrangements
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and leads
• Assist with preparing sales documentation, quotations, invoices and delivery paperwork
• Participate in dealership events, activations and promotions
• Conduct research on vehicle models, pricing and competitor offerings
• Assist with updating online vehicle listings and marketing content
• Learn to track and report on performance metrics such as lead conversions and sales targets
• Provide administrative support to the sales and finance teams

This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience and build a strong foundation for a career in automotive sales

Please note only candidates that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

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