Internship Openings at Rentokil Initial South Africa

KEY WORK OUTPUTS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Close and formalize deals between RI and customers with appropriate commercial arrangements.
• Uses the sales tools in line with the agreed sales process to maintain and develop a sales pipeline and customer information.
• Increase conversion of sales against marketing driven campaigns and provide feedback on results.
• To demonstrate ethical sales behaviour at all times, respecting the diversity of all colleagues/customers
• Achieve Predetermined Sales targets including achieving contract and  jobbing targets and opportunities 
• Complete, update and maintain all required sales administration and reporting systems in compliance to policies and procedures                                                           
• Locate potential business through research,  prospecting, tele-canvassing and cold calling
• Attend to phone enquiries and leads from colleagues
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to new or existing customers. 
• Undertake needs analysis by conducting thorough survey of client premises
• Complete site risk assessments for every client proposal 
• Report all findings back to the client by presenting a proposal, which includes a pricing structure, that describes the benefits of using our services.
• Endeavor to gain the client’s acceptance and obtain authorization on a new service agreement.
• Approach the client portfolio for annual price adjustments
• Maintain and improve the client retention target rate by building and maintaining professional client relationships
• Focus on building relationships with clients
• Responsible for client retention especially clients in their 1st year of their agreement
• Increase the client portfolio by identifying cross and up selling opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS and  EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Recent Graduate - sales related field of study is preferred 
• Drivers License - essential 
• Computer literate 
• No previous sales experience required - a passion for sales is essential 

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Close and formalize deals between RI and customers with appropriate commercial arrangements.
• Uses the sales tools in line with the agreed sales process to maintain and develop a sales pipeline and customer information.
• Increase conversion of sales against marketing driven campaigns and provide feedback on results.
• To demonstrate ethical sales behaviour at all times, respecting the diversity of all colleagues/customers
• Achieve Predetermined Sales targets including achieving contract and  jobbing targets and opportunities 
• Complete, update and maintain all required sales administration and reporting systems in compliance to policies and procedures                                                           
• Locate potential business through research,  prospecting, tele-canvassing and cold calling
• Attend to phone enquiries and leads from colleagues
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to new or existing customers. 
• Undertake needs analysis by conducting thorough survey of client premises
• Complete site risk assessments for every client proposal 
• Report all findings back to the client by presenting a proposal, which includes a pricing structure, that describes the benefits of using our services.
• Endeavor to gain the client’s acceptance and obtain authorization on a new service agreement.
• Approach the client portfolio for annual price adjustments
• Maintain and improve the client retention target rate by building and maintaining professional client relationships
• Focus on building relationships with clients
• Responsible for client retention especially clients in their 1st year of their agreement
• Increase the client portfolio by identifying cross and up selling opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS and  EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Recent Graduate - sales related field of study is preferred 
• Drivers License - essential 
• Computer literate 
• No previous sales experience required - a passion for sales is essential 

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Close and formalize deals between RI and customers with appropriate commercial arrangements.
• Uses the sales tools in line with the agreed sales process to maintain and develop a sales pipeline and customer information.
• Increase conversion of sales against marketing driven campaigns and provide feedback on results.
• To demonstrate ethical sales behaviour at all times, respecting the diversity of all colleagues/customers
• Achieve Predetermined Sales targets including achieving contract and  jobbing targets and opportunities 
• Complete, update and maintain all required sales administration and reporting systems in compliance to policies and procedures                                                           
• Locate potential business through research,  prospecting, tele-canvassing and cold calling
• Attend to phone enquiries and leads from colleagues
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to new or existing customers. 
• Undertake needs analysis by conducting thorough survey of client premises
• Complete site risk assessments for every client proposal 
• Report all findings back to the client by presenting a proposal, which includes a pricing structure, that describes the benefits of using our services.
• Endeavor to gain the client’s acceptance and obtain authorization on a new service agreement.
• Approach the client portfolio for annual price adjustments
• Maintain and improve the client retention target rate by building and maintaining professional client relationships
• Focus on building relationships with clients
• Responsible for client retention especially clients in their 1st year of their agreement
• Increase the client portfolio by identifying cross and up selling opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS and  EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Recent Graduate - sales related field of study is preferred 
• Drivers License - essential 
• Computer literate 
• No previous sales experience required - a passion for sales is essential 

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Uses the sales tools in line with the agreed sales process to maintain and develop a sales pipeline and customer information.
• Gain on the job operational technical knowledge to build expertise in RI services and products 
• Increase conversion of sales against marketing driven campaigns and provide feedback on results.
• Achieve Predetermined Sales targets 
• Complete, update and maintain all required sales administration and reporting systems in compliance to policies and procedures                                                           
• Locate potential business through research,  prospecting, tele-canvassing and cold calling
• Attend to phone enquiries and leads from colleagues
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to new or existing customers. 
• Undertake needs analysis by conducting thorough survey of client premises
• Complete site risk assessments for every client proposal 
• Report all findings back to the client by presenting a proposal, which includes a pricing structure, that describes the benefits of using our services.
• Approach the client portfolio for annual price adjustments
• Maintain and improve the client retention target rate by building and maintaining professional client relationships
• Focus on building relationships with clients
• Drive client retention especially clients in their 1st year of their agreement
• Increase the client portfolio by identifying cross and up selling opportunities  
• Attend and complete the company selected accredited and approved Learnership

QUALIFICATIONS and  EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Recent Graduate - sales related field of study is preferred 
• Drivers License - essential 
• Computer literate 
• No previous sales experience required - a passion for sales is essential

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Close and formalize deals between RI and customers with appropriate commercial arrangements.
• Uses the sales tools in line with the agreed sales process to maintain and develop a sales pipeline and customer information.
• Increase conversion of sales against marketing driven campaigns and provide feedback on results.
• To demonstrate ethical sales behaviour at all times, respecting the diversity of all colleagues/customers
• Achieve Predetermined Sales targets including achieving contract and  jobbing targets and opportunities 
• Complete, update and maintain all required sales administration and reporting systems in compliance to policies and procedures                                                           
• Locate potential business through research,  prospecting, tele-canvassing and cold calling
• Attend to phone enquiries and leads from colleagues
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to new or existing customers. 
• Undertake needs analysis by conducting thorough survey of client premises
• Complete site risk assessments for every client proposal 
• Report all findings back to the client by presenting a proposal, which includes a pricing structure, that describes the benefits of using our services.
• Endeavor to gain the client’s acceptance and obtain authorization on a new service agreement.
• Approach the client portfolio for annual price adjustments
• Maintain and improve the client retention target rate by building and maintaining professional client relationships
• Focus on building relationships with clients
• Responsible for client retention especially clients in their 1st year of their agreement
• Increase the client portfolio by identifying cross and up selling opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS and  EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Recent Graduate - sales related field of study is preferred 
• Drivers License - essential 
• Computer literate 
• A horticultural background will be advantageous
• No previous sales experience required - a passion for sales is essential

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Providing quality pest control/management service
• Achieving standards of productivity as set by the company
• Retention of existing clients
• Complying with the Rentokil Codes of Practice: Rules of conduct.
• Compile necessary documentation for client and office after service is completed
• Advise client on housekeeping, stacking and proofing requirements
• Comply with legislation and regulations
• Ensure equipment is maintained and clean at all times
• Carry an adequate range of pesticides and equipment, necessary to delivery service
• Ensure the company vehicle and image is protected at all times
• Ensure the usage of the correct Personal Protective Equipment
• Ensure company and client Health & Safety requirements are met

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• Matric or equivalent certificate
• Knowledge of competitors and competitor activity
• Fully qualified (NCPC) or PMA/PCSIB and registered with Department of Agriculture (P-Number)
• Previous pest control experience
• H&S Knowledge and experience
• HACCP Experience and Knowledge

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• Candidates should have completed their theoretical studies and will be employed on a 8 month fixed term contract to work in our organization in order to gain work experience to satisfy requirements for a qualification.
• Learning how to provide quality pest control/management service together with a qualified technician
• Learning how to achieve standards of productivity as set by the company
• Learning how to retain existing clients
• Complying with the Rentokil Codes of Practice: Rules of conduct.
• Learning how to compile necessary documentation for client and office after service is completed
• Learning how to advise client on housekeeping, stacking and proofing requirements
• Comply with legislation and regulations
• Ensure equipment is maintained and clean at all times
• Learning how to carry an adequate range of pesticides and equipment, necessary to delivery service
• Ensure the usage of the correct Personal Protective Equipment
• Ensure company and client Health & Safety requirements are met

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent certificate
• Theoretical Pest Courses completed without a P-Number
• H&S Knowledge

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Providing quality pest control/management service
• Achieving standards of productivity as set by the company
• Retention of existing clients
• Complying with the Rentokil Codes of Practice: Rules of conduct.
• Compile necessary documentation for client and office after service is completed
• Advise client on housekeeping, stacking and proofing requirements
• Comply with legislation and regulations
• Ensure equipment is maintained and clean at all times
• Carry an adequate range of pesticides and equipment, necessary to delivery service
• Ensure the company vehicle and image is protected at all times
• Ensure the usage of the correct Personal Protective Equipment
• Ensure company and client Health & Safety requirements are met

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• Matric or equivalent certificate
• Knowledge of competitors and competitor activity
• Fully qualified (NCPC) or PMA/PCSIB and registered with Department of Agriculture (P-Number)
• Previous pest control experience
• H&S Knowledge and experience
• HACCP Experience and Knowledge

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Key Outputs:

• Maintain a realistically low incidence of bad debt
• Consistently meet and maintain KPI’s (collections, bad debt, dso’s and query targets)
• Works with a minimum of direction on collections for an important ledger, possibly key accounts
• Anticipates developments, and identifies accounts that will require special attention
• Handles disputed accounts and negotiate to bring payment into line with terms
• Undertakes complex reconciliations, and compiles documentation for legal action
• Maintains accurate individual measurement and performance statistics
• Obtains sufficient information to assess the risk of new and existing customers
• Works within guidelines and reports to the AR Team Leader
• Close liaison with business units, internal and external clients, the focal point being timeous collections and query resolution
• Provide accurate advice on debt management, queries, VAT issues etc
• Involvement in the reconciliations analysis of ledger accounts and billing history
• Liaise with billing on Credit Control queries, through to prompt resolution
• Ensure all relevant details are provided for the “collection package” delivered to the market for collection
• Liaise with current service provider, claims handlers and others on outstanding collections
• Undertake ad-hoc responsibilities as required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a credit control experience as well as 2 years exposure in reconciliations
• Experience & exposure in a Service or FMCG environment (Banking Sector, Retail Sector , Shoprite, Edcon , Eskom and PnP etc.) is essential as it is key accounts and on an open item system
• Proven working knowledge of accounting system (Credit Management 1,2,3)
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel -Advance, etc.)

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PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement/SCM Intern

• Assist in purchasing and procurement activities, including query resolutions.
• Support supplier management, including evaluating vendor performance and maintaining supplier records.
• Support B-BBBE verification process.
• Facilitate Inter-Branch collaborative processes.
• Conduct market research on suppliers, pricing trends, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock records and tracking critical sku supplies.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and industry regulations.
• Assist in coordinating logistics and transportation of goods and related queries.
• Prepare reports and presentations related to procurement performance and supply chain efficiency.
• Support the team in contract negotiations and tender processes.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to enhance procurement and supply chain operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Business Central, SAP, Oracle) is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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Requirements

• Gather and report information
• Plan, monitor and control and information system 
• Maintain booking systems
• Participate in meetings and process documents and communication related thereto 
• Utilise technology to produce information
• Plan and conduct basic research in an office environment 
• Coordinate meetings, minor events and travel arrangements 
• Set personal goals 
• Function in a team and overall business environment 
• Demonstrate an understanding of employment relations

There are 9 unit standard clusters that have to be completed and they are:

• Cluster 1 - Communication Skills
• Cluster 2 – Business Writing Skills – Credit Accumulation Transfer is applicable to the unit standards below
• Cluster 3 – HR Skills
• Cluster 4 – Customer Service
• Cluster 5 – Administration Skills
• Cluster 6 – Organisation Skills
• Cluster 7 - Numeracy and Research Skills
• Cluster 8 –IT Skills
• Cluster 9 - General Business Skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Post Matric Qualification i.e. NQF level 5,6,7 etc
• Above average communication skills (written/verbal/non-verbal)
• Numerical acumen
• Computer literate

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KEY WORK OUTPUTS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Close and formalize deals between RI and customers with appropriate commercial arrangements.
• Uses the sales tools in line with the agreed sales process to maintain and develop a sales pipeline and customer information.
• Increase conversion of sales against marketing driven campaigns and provide feedback on results.
• To demonstrate ethical sales behaviour at all times, respecting the diversity of all colleagues/customers
• Achieve Predetermined Sales targets including achieving contract and  jobbing targets and opportunities 
• Complete, update and maintain all required sales administration and reporting systems in compliance to policies and procedures                                                           
• Locate potential business through research,  prospecting, tele-canvassing and cold calling
• Attend to phone enquiries and leads from colleagues
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to new or existing customers. 
• Undertake needs analysis by conducting thorough survey of client premises
• Complete site risk assessments for every client proposal 
• Report all findings back to the client by presenting a proposal, which includes a pricing structure, that describes the benefits of using our services.
• Endeavor to gain the client’s acceptance and obtain authorization on a new service agreement.
• Approach the client portfolio for annual price adjustments
• Maintain and improve the client retention target rate by building and maintaining professional client relationships
• Focus on building relationships with clients
• Responsible for client retention especially clients in their 1st year of their agreement
• Increase the client portfolio by identifying cross and up selling opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS and  EXPERIENCE

• Matric 
• Recent Graduate - sales related field of study is preferred 
• Drivers License - essential 
• Computer literate 
• A horticultural background will be advantageous
• No previous sales experience required - a passion for sales is essential