E-commerce Sales Intern

About You

• While you may appear as a pleasant person on the surface, the truth is that you are a stickler for detail, more organised than a wedding planner, and someone who thrives on supporting a high-performing team. You are eager to learn the ins and outs of sales operations, and you love working behind the scenes to ensure smooth day-to-day processes. You have a knack for understanding consumers and their buying process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various administrative tasks to support the sales team.
• Help with day-to-day tasks such as following up on emails or calls, reminding the sales team of tasks to be completed, and ensuring smooth communication across departments.
• Assist with product data entry into the system with correct and relevant information.
• Shadow senior sales staff during meetings and supplier interactions to learn negotiation and deal-making strategies.
• Compile accurate spreadsheets, gather necessary information before meetings or sales campaigns, and ensure all data is updated.
• Support in testing and evaluating new products to understand quality requirements.

Experience and Qualifications

• In the final year of Tertiary education preferably BSc / BCom degree or completed a Diploma.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• A strong willingness to learn about planning and logistics processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a keen understanding of customer business needs.
• The ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Competent in Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to embrace feedback and work well under pressure.
• A fast learner who adjusts easily to changing environments.
• Resilience and adaptability are key values.

Values

• Challenge Accepted: We chase ambitious sales targets, own our numbers, and celebrate wins while continuously raising the bar.
• Solve Smart: We identify opportunities in the E-commerce space and use creativity and strategy to close deals effectively.
• Character Counts: We build trust with honesty, integrity, and respect in every interaction with suppliers, turning relationships into long-term partnerships.
• Customer Obsessed: We ensure customers get the top brands they love with quality and value, delivering excellence every time.
• Seriously Unserious: We bring energy, enthusiasm and humor to team interactions, keeping work fun while achieving results.