Description

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.

Requirements

•  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.