Trauma Sales Graduate

Smith & Nephew; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Hands-on mentorship

Job summary

Smith+Nebhew is offering a Trauma Sales Graduate internship in Cape Town. The role involves supporting orthopaedic surgeons, providing technical guidance in theatre, and learning the sales process under experienced Representatives.

The program emphasizes mentorship, product knowledge, and hands-on theatre involvement to develop professional sales and clinical skills. Applicants should have Matric, a Health Sciences degree, a valid drivers license and own vehicle, with strong communication and a

Qualifications

• Completion of Matric with a degree in Health Sciences.
• ValidDriver'sLicense and own vehicle required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse people.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional services to customers, primarily orthopaedic surgeons, in the assigned territory.
• Assist in theatre and gain hands-on experience in sales, customer engagement and surgical support.

Skills

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Confidence

Resilience

Education

Matric qualification

Degree in Health Sciences

Job description

Trauma Sales Graduate – Cape Town Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nebhew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We believe that through innovation, development and supporting our customers and patients we can help others achieve a Life Unlimited! Our products are in 100 countries globally and supporting this takes a huge effort.

What will you be doing?

The role forms part of the Trauma Sales Division and in this internship, you will work directly with the team to provide professional services to our customers, primarily Orthopaedic surgeons, in the assigned territory. One of the highlights of being on this programme is spending time in theatre providing technical information and guidance in the usage of our products during live surgery.

What will you need to be successful?

Learn and observe surgical procedures, progressing to assist in theatre. Work closely with experienced Sales Representatives to understand the medical sales process. Build product knowledge, surgical technique understanding, and anatomical expertise. Support surgeons and healthcare professionals with technical assistance. Complete the Medical Sales Representative Learnership Qualification. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll gain real experience in sales, customer engagement, and surgical support, with mentorship from industry experts.

Successful candidates would need the following:

• Matric Qualification
• Degree within the Faculty of Health Sciences
• Valid Drivers License
• Own Vehicle
• A willingness to learn, adapt, and take on challenges.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse people.
• Confidence, resilience, and eagerness to develop professionally.

You. Unlimited. 165 years of pioneering innovation requires a relentless focus on what’s next. We’re focused on you. You’re what’s next…

Inclusion, Belonging and Equity:

Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)

Work/Life Balance:

• Flexible Vacation and Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!

Your Wellbeing:

• Medical Aid
• an Employee Wellness Programme and much more.

Flexibility:

Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).

Training:

Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.

Smith+Nebhew is committed to transformation and inclusion. In line with our Employment Equity Plan and targets, these will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the demographics of our society, including people with disabilities.

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Smith+Nebhew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nebhew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can‑do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.