Junior Sales & Customer Service Intern
Job Location:
Centurion - South Africa
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Job Summary
Red Ember is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in the shooting hunting outdoor sporting firearms or reloading industry who is eager to start at a junior level and build a long-term career within a specialist business.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to learn the business from the ground up. The successful candidate will be exposed to different areas of the business including sales customer service product knowledge administration and day-to-day operations while developing the skills and knowledge required to progress into a more senior position.
The role will involve learning about the companys extensive range of specialist shooting and reloading products including reloading equipment presses accessories and related products.
Required Skills:
Learn and develop knowledge of the companys products and services. Assist customers with general enquiries and provide excellent customer service. Learn the sales process from initial customer enquiry through to completing a sale. Assist the sales team with quotations orders and customer follow-ups. Develop an understanding of the various products brands and applications offered by the business. Gain exposure to the companys customer service sales and administrative functions. Assist with stock product information and general showroom/operational duties. Learn how to identify customer needs and recommend appropriate products under the guidance of experienced team members. Build relationships with customers and develop professional communication skills. Stay up to date with new products and developments within the shooting and reloading industry. Take initiative to learn product and industry knowledge. Work closely with experienced members of the team to learn the business and identify opportunities for future career progression. Requirements Genuine passion or strong interest in shooting hunting outdoor sporting firearms or reloading. Willingness to start at junior level and learn the business from the ground up. Strong willingness to learn and develop. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Confident and approachable personality. Sales-driven and commercially minded. Good computer literacy. Strong attention to detail. Reliable hardworking and eager to take on responsibility. Ability to work well within a team. Previous sales retail or customer service experience would be advantageous but is not essential. What You Will Learn The successful candidate will be allowed to gain hands-on exposure to multiple areas of the business including: Sales Customer Service Product Knowledge Administration Operations Industry Knowledge The ultimate objective is to develop the successful candidate into a knowledgeable and confident sales professional who can grow within the business and take on increasing responsibility over time. Ideal Candidate This opportunity is best suited to someone who is passionate about the industry rather than simply looking for a job. They may be an enthusiastic hobbyist recent school leaver junior salesperson or someone looking to turn their existing interest in shooting hunting outdoor sporting or reloading into a career. The right attitude passion and willingness to learn are more important than extensive previous experience.
Required Education:
Grade 12
