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.