External Sales Internship KZN

We are seeking a recent Engineering graduate to join our clients 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

• 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 BEng Degree in Engineering.
• A diploma / certificate in business management will be advantageous.
• Recent graduate looking to gain practical sales experience.
• 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 drivers licence (essential).
• Willingness to work in a field-based sales environment.

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1