External Sales Internship - KZN
Ann Swann Personnel · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
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We are seeking a recent graduate to join our client's team for a 12-month graduate internship based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated graduate who is eager to gain practical experience in external sales and business development within the engineering sector while building a successful career in technical sales. Duties & Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers.
- Conduct regular customer visits throughout Northern KwaZulu-Natal.
- Support the External Sales team with business development initiatives.
- Identify and pursue new sales opportunities within the assigned territory.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, and sales-related documentation.
- Follow up on customer enquiries and provide excellent customer service.
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activities.
- Conduct market research and identify potential growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Attend product training, customer meetings, and industry events as required.
- Represent the company professionally while promoting its products and services.
Job Requirements
- Completed a qualification in Engineering, Business management or relevant.
- Recent graduate looking to gain practical sales experience.
- Fluent in both English and Afrikaans, with excellent verbal and written communication skills (Essential)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
- Comfortable with extensive travel throughout Northern KwaZulu-Natal.
- Good planning, organisational, and time management skills.
- Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Valid driver's licence (Essential).
- Willingness to work in a field-based sales environment.
Package & Remuneration
Stipend - Monthly