Würth South Africa Sales Development Learnership

ABOUT THE COMPANY – WURTH

Würth was founded in by Adolf Würth as a family business. Today the Würth Group is chaired by Prof. Reinhold Würth, son of Adolf Würth, who took over the business at 19 years old after his father had passed away. The group now consists of over companies in more than 80 countries and is a global market leader in the trade of assembly and fastening material. Würth Screws and Fasteners (Pty) Ltd began operation in in South Africa and now offers over products, delivered nationwide directly to customers.

ABOUT THE LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME

Würth South Africa (Pty) Ltd have an exciting opportunity for talented individuals to join the Sales Development Learnership Programme. The Learnership consists of a 12 month fixed term contract, from August until July. The programme will take place in Kempton Park, Gauteng and students are required to attend every day of the programme.

Once students have completed the learnership programme, they will receive a minimum value of credits and a National Certificate: Wholesale and Retail Operations. Students will gain the following invaluable skills during the course of this programme:

1. Understanding in-depth principles of how to sell
2. Facilitating the order taking process
3. Recognising the standards for direct and indirect customers within a geographical area
4. E-Commerce
5. Expanding a customer base
6. Dynamics of customer diversity

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Before applying, please ensure that you meet ALL of the following minimum entry criteria - failure to satisfy all the requirements will result in your application being disqualified:

1. Between 18 and 35 years old
2. EE candidates (African, Indian or Coloured)
3. Completed Matric or equivalent
4. Passed Mathematics in Matric or equivalent
5. Passed English Home Language OR 2 additional African languages in Matric or equivalent
6. Unemployed candidates will be given preference (no experience required)
7. Valid driver's license (applicants will be assessed on their driving capabilities)
8. Clear criminal record
9. Clear credit history
10. High energy levels and drive
11. Organized
12. Responsible
13. Dependable
14. Good analytical skills
15. Good numerical skills
16. Confident and socially outgoing
17. Able to build positive relationships
18. Able to work in a team or independently
19. Assertive and persuasive (good negotiating and influencing skills)
20. Able to work under pressure and handle a demanding work environment
21. Open to change
22. Want to improve yourself
23. Problem-solving skills
24. Solution orientated and innovative

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE LEARNERSHIP

Applications must be done online. Do NOT email your applications, please only apply via the above instructions. You may be required to attach copies of the following documents (please attach ALL the documents as incomplete applications will not be considered, also ensure that you only submit copies, as original documents will not be returned):

1. Identity document (certified copy)
2. Driver's license (certified copy)
3. Matric certificate (certified copy)

Please note: students who are shortlisted for the position will be contacted. If you have not received feedback within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

CLOSING DATE 24 July.

Published on 19 June.

Be sure to apply on or before this date – any applications submitted after this date are late and will NOT be accepted.

CONTACT THE LEARNERSHIP PROVIDER

For any queries related to this learnership programme, please contact Würth South Africa directly:

Tel: (Monday To Friday, between 08:00 and 16:30)

Email:

Alternatively, contact Skills Map (recruitment website)