Sales Intern Job Description: Looking for an internship that will provide you with an experience like no other? We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Sales Agent to join our sales team. What will the programme look like? In this role, you will assist in driving sales initiatives and achieving our sales objectives while fostering strong relationships with our clients. Your contributions will be pivotal in expanding our customer base and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and administrative support. Key Responsibilities: Summary of the Role Sales Support: • Assist the sales team in achieving their sales objectives by proactively participating in sales efforts. • Engage in prospecting new customers to expand our market presence. • Prepare, present, and follow up on offers to potential clients. Customer Relationship Management: • Respond promptly to customer inquiries via phone, email, or in person to ensure outstanding service. • Efficiently resolve customer problems and complaints, maintaining a professional demeanor. • Maintain and update the customer database to ensure accurate records. Sales Administration: • Process and follow up on customer orders, ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction. • Assist in the preparation of sales reports to track performance and identify opportunities for growth. Campaign Support: • Assist in the development and execution of campaigns that align with sales goals. What will make me successful? • Must have a grade 12 matric certificate • Must have a degree or diploma in Marketing / Business Management or any relevant qualification • Must be able to work on Microsoft Office • CRM software knowledge will be an added advantage • Must have a Clear Criminal record • Strong customer service ethic and high attention to detail • Strong trouble-shooting and excellent communication skills (both verbally and written) • The ability to work within a team as a team player • Always be up to date with changes and developments • Cooperation and willingness • Deadline driven and Ability to work under lot of pressure • Conscientious, able to work with minimal supervision • Ability to think outside the box. • Teachable and hungry for knowledge Office Location Midrand Office - This is a hybrid role, three days per week at the office What can I expect from the process? • Apply online with CV • Complete a gamified science-driven assessment via Harver, to help us accurately assess if you’re aligned to our values and behaviours, whilst removing any risk of unconscious bias from our process. • If you match the profile, you'll be sent a video interview to record. • If your video interview is successful, you’ll be invited to an Assessment Centre • Successful candidates will join our Intern Programme on 1st October 2025 for 12 months As we receive a high volume of applications, you may receive a delayed response to your video interview. We thank you for your patience. Here at Sage, we are committed to inclusivity for all, so if there any adjustments that would help you thrive in the application process or beyond, please reach out to us atearlycareers@sage.com. Function: Sales Country: South Africa Office Location: Johannesburg Work Place type: Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It’s why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture:youtube.com/watch?v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out atcareers@sage.com. Learn more about DEI at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Sage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Sage will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Sage does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.