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Sales & Merchandising Assistant Intern | George

Managed People Solutions

Location
George, Western Cape
Contract
Contract
Salary (as advertised)
R4 500
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

Overview This is a description for a 12-month full-time Sales and Merchandising Assistant internship programme with Managed People Solutions, located in George. The role involves gaining hands-on experience in sales, merchandising, and customer service while receiving a monthly stipend starting from R4,500, dependent on qualifications. The program is designed to allow interns to learn on the job alongside experienced Sales Representatives and Merchandisers, developing practical skills, confidence, and industry knowledge. The internship is scheduled to commence on 1 November 2026. What you will do * Travel with Sales Representatives on their daily routes as part of a ride-along team. * Support sales activities and contribute towards achieving sales targets. * Merchandise products and ensure shelves and displays are neat, well-stocked, and eye-catching. * Assist customers and help build positive customer relationships. * Gain practical knowledge of sales, merchandising, and in-store promotions. * Work as part of a team to achieve sales and merchandising objectives. Requirements (from the original advert) * A Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Business Management, or a related field. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * A positive attitude, honesty, and a strong sense of responsibility. * A willingness to learn, take initiative, and work as part of a team. * A passion for sales, customer service, and merchandising. * A strong commitment to completing the full 12-month programme on a full-time basis. * Availability to work throughout the peak season in December, including the festive season. Who should apply Individuals who are energetic, motivated, and eager to gain valuable workplace experience in sales, merchandising, and customer service should apply. This opportunity is suitable for those looking to turn ambition into opportunity, develop communication, teamwork, and customer service skills, build confidence, strengthen their CV, and gain practical industry knowledge to improve future career opportunities. Applicants must meet all specified requirements. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/sales-merchandising-assistant-intern-george-managed-people-solutions Source: myjobmag

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    Job Description * Are you energetic, motivated and eager to gain valuable workplace experience? * Turn your ambition into opportunity! Join our team as a Sales and Merchandising Assistant and gain hands-on experience in sales, merchandising and customer service while earning a monthly stipend. * You’ll work alongside experienced Sales Representatives and Merchandisers, learn on the job, build your confidence and develop practical skills to help you take the next step in your career. YOUR ROLE: LEARN BY DOING! * Travel with Sales Representatives on their daily routes as part of a ride-along team. * Support sales activities and contribute towards achieving sales targets. * Merchandise products and ensure shelves and displays are neat, well-stocked and eye-catching. * Assist customers and help build positive customer relationships. * Gain practical knowledge of sales, merchandising and in-store promotions. * Work as part of a team to achieve sales and merchandising objectives. WHY JOIN US? * Earn while you learn! Receive a monthly stipend. * Gain valuable hands-on workplace experience. * Develop your communication, teamwork and customer service skills. * Build your confidence and strengthen your CV. * Gain practical industry knowledge and improve your future career opportunities. OPPORTUNITY DETAILS * Position: Sales and Merchandising Assistant * Programme: 12-month full-time internship programme * Location: George * Start Date: 1 November 2026 * Monthly Stipend: Starting from R4,500, depending on your qualification. ARE YOU THE RIGHT FIT? We’re looking for individuals who have: * A Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Business Management or a related field. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * A positive attitude, honesty and a strong sense of responsibility. * A willingness to learn, take initiative and work as part of a team. * A passion for sales, customer service and merchandising. * A strong commitment to completing the full 12-month programme on a full-time basis. * Availability to work throughout the peak season in December, including the festive season.

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