Sales & Merchandising Assistant Intern | National at Managed People Solutions

Job Description

• Earn. Learn. Grow. Make this festive season count! 
• Are you energetic, enthusiastic and looking for an opportunity to gain valuable work experience this festive season? This is your chance to step into the world of sales and merchandising, earn a stipend and develop practical skills that can help you build your career!
• We are looking for motivated and dependable individuals to join our team as Sales and Merchandising Assistants. You will work alongside our Sales Representatives and Merchandisers, gaining hands-on experience while helping us make the most of the busy festive trading season.
• No previous work experience is required — just bring your positive attitude, commitment and willingness to learn!

What will you be doing?

• Travelling with Sales Representatives on their daily routes as part of a ride-along team.
• Supporting sales activities and helping the team achieve its targets.
• Merchandising products and ensuring shelves and displays are neat, organised and attractive.
• Assisting with customer service and building positive customer relationships.
• Learning valuable sales and merchandising skills through practical experience and guidance from the team.

What’s in it for you?

• Gain hands-on experience in sales, merchandising and customer service.
• Develop your communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Build confidence and gain valuable workplace exposure.
• Strengthen your CV and take a step towards your future career.
• Earn a monthly stipend starting from R3,500, depending on your qualification.

Opportunity Details

• Programme: Internship Programme
• Start Date: 1 November 2026
• Location: Various areas across all nine provinces of South Africa:
• Gauteng
• Western Cape
• Eastern Cape
• KwaZulu-Natal
• Limpopo
• Mpumalanga
• North West
• Free State
• Northern Cape
• Stipend: Starting from R3,500 per month, depending on your qualification.

What are we looking for?

• A Diploma, Degree or TVET N6 qualification in Marketing, Business Management or a related field.
• Honesty, integrity and reliability.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A strong commitment to supporting sales targets and team goals.
• Availability for the full contract period, including December, our peak trading month.