Internal Sales Trainee (Driver)
The Role
Reporting to the Sales Executive, the successful candidate will be trained in all aspects of Internal Sales admin and customer support within the NDT industry. In addition to Office-based duties, the candidate will be required to drive the Sales Executive to customer visits.
The role requires a candidate who is presentable, reliable, and motivated to grow within the sales function of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Learn and perform internal sales administration duties under the guidance of the Sales Executive and sales team.
- Process sales orders, quotations, and customer correspondence accurately and timeously.
- Assist with filing, record-keeping, and maintaining up-to-date customer information on company systems.
- Support the sales team with follow-up calls and written communication to customers under supervision.
- Liaise with internal departments to facilitate smooth order processing.
- Accompany the Sales Executive on customer visits and business travel as required — this will include driving the Sales Executive to and from engagements.
- Assist with the transport and handling of product samples, demonstration equipment, or documentation during customer visits.
- Maintain accurate trip logs and mileage records in line with company policy.
Requirements / Experience
- Must reside in the Hartbeespoort / NECSA area.
- Valid, Code B (EB) driver's licence — essential.
- Minimum 2 years' proven driving experience — essential.
- Matric / Grade 12 certificate — essential.
- A qualification in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration — advantageous.
- Computer literate: proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) — essential.
- Experience in a sales support or administrative role — advantageous.
- Own reliable transport — advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Professional, well-presented, and customer-service oriented.
- Time and deadline conscious; capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and capable of maintaining confidentiality.
- Team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Must be able to work flexible hours as and when necessary.