Sales - Internship (talent pool)
Description
Sales Internship Talent Pool Call-Out
Are you a recent graduate, just finished your undergraduate/masters degree? Are you passionate about building businesses and generating sales? Join our Sales Talent Pool! We are excited to invite Interns to be a part of our readily available talent pool for employers in different industries.
Background
Career Bridge is excited to launch the Internship Talent Pool, aimed at providing young and talented individuals with a platform to kickstart their careers and contribute to significant global challenges.
Being part of a talent pool offers numerous advantages. Here are some key benefits of being in a talent pool:
Linkage to employers
Access to Opportunities and skill matching
Networking
Career Development
Position: Sales Internship (Talent Pool)
Experience: 0-1 year
Location: Multiple (Kenya and Global)
Industries: Multiple
Roles Within the Talent Pool Include (but not limited to):
Sales trainee
Telesales intern
Business Development intern
Inside sales intern
Sales development representative intern
B2B sales intern
IT Sales Intern
Insurance sales agent trainee
Responsibilities:
Research and identify potential leads and prospects through various channels, including online research, social media, and industry-specific databases.
Assist in building and maintaining a lead database, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Reach out to potential customers via phone, email, or social media to introduce the company's products or services.
Collaborate with the sales team to support sales activities, including preparing sales presentations, proposals, and quotes.
Use CRM software to track and manage leads, opportunities, and customer interactions.
Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and market developments.
Participate in sales training programs and workshops to improve sales skills.
Continuously learn about the company's products or services to better communicate their value to customers.
Assist in tracking and analyzing sales data and metrics to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
Prepare regular sales reports and presentations for the sales team and management.
Communicate with existing customers to gather feedback, address inquiries, and nurture relationships.
Conduct outbound calls or send follow-up emails to nurture leads and move them through the sales funnel.
Assist in delivering product or service demonstrations to potential customers during sales meetings.
Utilize sales support tools, such as sales scripts, objection-handling techniques, and sales collateral, to aid in sales conversations.
Handle administrative tasks related to sales, such as data entry, filing, and maintaining sales documentation.
Collaborate closely with the sales team, marketing team, and other departments to align efforts and achieve common goals.
Work towards achieving individual and team sales targets and objectives.
Core Competencies:
Communication Skills
Customer Focus
Interpersonal Skills
Negotiation and Persuasion
Resilience and Grit
Time Management
Adaptability
Teamwork
Technical Competencies:
Product/Service Knowledge
Sales Techniques
CRM Software
Sales Analytics
Email and Communication Tools
Prospecting
Presentation Skills
Market and Industry Knowledge
Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Business, Commerce, Marketing or a related field, or graduated within the last one year
0-1 year of relevant experience.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Excellent time management skills.
A person of high integrity
If you are a continuing student who has completed the first two years of study or graduated within the last one year looking to grow your career, you are encouraged to join the Career Bridge Talent Pool. Our Talent Pool is readily available to employers in the different sectors/Industries.