Sales Internship at TUV Rheinland Inspection Services

TUV Rheinland Inspection Services (Pty) Ltd. is seeking a motivated and driven Sales Intern to join their People & Business Assurance division. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales within a globally recognized organization. The successful candidate will be instrumental in meeting and exceeding sales targets, identifying customer needs, and fostering strong client relationships. This role is ideal for an individual eager to learn and grow within the sales domain, contributing to the company's mission of providing assurance and improving systems and processes for clients across various industries. The internship is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to sales strategies, customer engagement, and market analysis within the South African context.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed sales targets, generating order income and revenue from new and existing large and medium customers as defined in the sales plan.

• Identify solutions for customer needs, collaborating with Subject Matter Experts when necessary.

• Generate new leads through various channels, including industry events and marketing initiatives, and convert assigned sales leads.

• Execute customer visits and attend industry events to build rapport and identify opportunities.

• Acquire new customers and maintain/grow customer loyalty by fostering positive relationships and up-selling the service portfolio.

• Recover lost customers through proactive engagement and tailored solutions.

• Document all sales activities accurately in relevant TR IT tools, such as Salesforce.com.

• Ensure on-time delivery, quality, and follow-up of quotations according to customer needs.

• Follow up on quotations with customers and conduct final negotiations of quotations and contracts in collaboration with relevant stakeholders and in line with TR requirements.

• Serve as a point of contact for cross-Business Function/Business Stream inquiries from other Sales colleagues.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform sales strategies.

• Conduct sales analytics within the area of responsibility.

• Participate in regular sales reviews with the disciplinary Supervisor.

• Support the Line Function Manager (LFM) in defining the yearly sales plan.

• Undertake any ad hoc tasks as requested by Management.

• Implement and adhere to the TÜV Rheinland South African Group management system requirements.

• Comply with and ensure the implementation of the company’s and the customer’s Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental Policies and Procedures.

• Ensure adherence to the HSE roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities as defined in MS-0047700-HSE Roles Responsibilities & Authorities.

Why Join the Company

TÜV Rheinland offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where learning and development are prioritized. As an intern, you will gain invaluable experience within the People & Business Assurance division, working with a team dedicated to helping people and organizations secure their future. The company fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You will have opportunities for training and development, exposure to sustainability and diversity initiatives, and the chance to be part of a global leader in inspection, certification, and testing services. The flex office work model provides a good work-life balance, allowing for a blend of office-based and remote work.

How to Apply

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• No previous professional experience required.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a relevant qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A proactive and results-oriented mindset.

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.