Tech-sales graduate programme: launch your career

The programme is designed for graduates who want to build careers in technology sales, commercial strategy, account management and customer engagement. Successful candidates will gain practical experience across Core Group’s sales operations while working with leading technology brands and experienced commercial professionals.

The opportunity is open to graduates with qualifications in Business Management, Marketing, Commerce, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Finance and related fields. The supplied vacancy information does not include a closing date.

| Employer: Core Group

| Division: Core Group

| Business unit: One Sandton Drive

| Industry: Technology, Marketing and Advertising

| Functional area: Sales and Marketing

| Employment type: Contract

| Experience level: Graduate or internship level

Best Before: Not stated

| Remuneration: Not stated About Core Group

Core Group represents several international technology brands across Sub Saharan Africa.

Its business activities include:

Retail Marketing Supply chain Finance Human resources

The company operates across South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Nigeria.

Through its graduate programmes Core Group aims to develop commercially minded professionals who understand technology products, customer behaviour and modern sales operations.

About the Sales Graduate Programme The Sales Graduate Programme provides recent graduates with structured workplace experience in Core Group’s commercial environment. Participants will work with experienced sales teams while learning how technology products are positioned, promoted and sold through different channels. The programme combines practical work, coaching, mentoring and exposure to cross functional business projects.

Graduates may gain experience in:

Commercial reporting Account management Retail operations Market analysis Promotional campaigns

The programme may be particularly valuable for graduates who want to understand how sales decisions affect revenue, profitability and long term business growth.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree within the last three years.

Accepted fields include:

Business Management Marketing Commerce Economics Electrical Engineering Supply Chain Management Information Systems Finance Related qualifications

Applicants should also:

Be based in Gauteng or be willing to relocate Be willing to travel where required Have an interest in sales and commercial leadership Be comfortable working with customers and business partners Be able to work in a fast paced environment Show analytical and problem solving ability Demonstrate initiative and resilience

A valid driver’s licence will be advantageous.

Qualifications That May Be Relevant Business and Commerce

Graduates with qualifications in Business Management, Commerce or Economics may contribute knowledge in:

Business operations Economics Management Business planning Revenue growth Marketing

Marketing graduates may contribute experience in:

Customer research Brand positioning Campaign planning Digital marketing Product promotion Market analysis Finance

Finance graduates may support:

Forecasting Commercial reporting Revenue analysis Profitability assessment Industrial and Electrical Engineering graduates may bring: Analytical thinking Process improvement Data analysis Operational efficiency Systems thinking Supply Chain

Supply Chain graduates may support:

Inventory planning Sales and operations coordination Demand forecasting Distribution planning Supplier and retail operations Information Systems

Information Systems graduates may contribute to:

Customer relationship systems Business reporting Digital platforms Data analysis Duties and Responsibilities

The successful graduates will support Core Group’s sales and commercial teams across several areas.

Graduates may assist with:

Supporting the Sales team Helping achieve business targets Following up on operational actions Supporting customer relationships Assisting account management activities

Responsibilities may include:

Assisting with forecasts Preparing performance reports Identifying sales opportunities

Graduates may analyse:

Customer buying trends Product performance Market activity Promotional results Commercial opportunities

This experience can help participants understand how businesses use data to improve sales and financial performance.

Forecasting and Reporting

Participants may assist with:

Monthly reports Commercial presentations Revenue tracking Customer performance information Product Launches

The graduate may learn how Core Group prepares for and supports new technology product launches.

This could include:

Product information Retail readiness Stock coordination Promotional support Customer communication Performance monitoring Marketing and Promotions

Graduates may support:

Promotional campaigns Brand activations Campaign reporting Product awareness activities Retail Operations

Exposure may include:

Store operations Partner relationships Stakeholder Relationships

The programme will involve collaboration with:

Customers Marketing teams Finance teams Supply Chain teams Customer Experience teams Retail Operations teams

Graduates may also present ideas, recommendations and project updates to business leaders.

Skills Graduates May Gain Customer relationship management Account support Commercial Skills Profitability thinking Market analysis Performance reporting Sales operations Analytical Skills Microsoft Excel Customer trend analysis Forecasting Problem solving Market research Performance measurement Communication Skills Business presentations Professional writing Stakeholder communication Team collaboration Leadership Skills Taking initiative Managing responsibilities Presenting ideas Supporting business projects Building professional confidence Financial and Commercial Value of the Programme Sales is directly connected to revenue generation and business growth. A strong sales professional must understand more than how to promote products. They must also understand customer needs, commercial targets, pricing, product availability and profitability.

The programme may expose graduates to financial concepts such as:

Product margins Forecast accuracy Customer profitability Promotional return Inventory costs Market share Commercial performance Operating efficiency

This commercial understanding can prepare graduates for careers that combine sales, finance and business strategy.

Salary and Financial Considerations The vacancy information does not state a salary or stipend.

An interview is also an opportunity to understand whether the programme includes financial support for travel between Core Group locations.

Career Opportunities After the Programme

Experience from the Sales Graduate Programme may support applications for roles such as:

Account Executive Business Development Representative Commercial Analyst Customer Account Coordinator Technology Sales Consultant Sales Operations Coordinator Key Account Assistant Business Development Coordinator

With further experience graduates may progress into:

Account Manager Key Account Manager Business Development Manager Commercial Manager Product Manager Head of Sales

Career progression will depend on performance, available vacancies and continued professional development.

What May Help an Applicant Stand Out

Core Group indicates that candidates may stand out if they have:

A genuine interest in technology Knowledge of consumer electronics Strong relationship building skills Presentation ability Confidence working with data Customer focused thinking Initiative Resilience Leadership experience may come from: University societies Sport Community organisations Small businesses

Formal management experience is not the only way to demonstrate leadership potential.

Documents to Prepare Updated CV Certified South African identity document where requested Bachelor’s Degree certificate Academic transcript Driver’s licence where available References Supporting certificates

A graduate who has not yet received a degree certificate may need an official completion letter from the university.

Ensure all information on your CV is accurate.

Best Before: The closing date was not included in the supplied vacancy information.

The employer may close the vacancy once it receives enough suitable applications. Recruitment and Verification

Successful candidates may be required to undergo:

Criminal record screening Credit screening Qualification verification Identity checks Reference checks

Being shortlisted does not guarantee appointment.

Core Group may use the verification results as part of its final selection decision.

Frequently Asked Questions Where is the programme based? The programme is based at One Sandton Drive in Sandton, Gauteng. How long is the programme? The Sales Graduate Programme runs for 12 months. What qualification is required? Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree completed within the last three years. Which degree fields are accepted? Relevant qualifications include Business Management, Marketing, Commerce, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems and Finance. Is previous work experience required? The opportunity is advertised at graduate and internship level. Previous formal experience is not listed as compulsory. Is a driver’s licence required? A valid driver’s licence is advantageous but it is not stated as compulsory. Will graduates need to travel? Applicants should be willing to travel where required. Must applicants live in Gauteng? Candidates must be based in Gauteng or willing to relocate. Is the programme paid? The vacancy information does not state a salary or stipend. What work will graduates perform? Graduates will assist with sales planning, reporting, forecasting, customer engagement, market analysis, promotional campaigns and cross functional projects. Does the programme guarantee permanent employment? No permanent employment guarantee appears in the supplied information. What is the closing date? The closing date was not provided. Applicants should check the official Core Group Careers platform. #J-18808-Ljbffr