Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services,
devices and solutions, founded in 1975. As a leader in platform and
productivity for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, we believe in what people
make possible. Our mission is to empower every person and every organization on
the planet to achieve more. “I am because we are" - the popular African
proverb asserts. It also best describes our relationship with the continent of
Africa over the last 20 years. The Microsoft 4Afrika initiative has enabled us
to link our growth with approaches that accelerate growth for the continent in
three critical areas of development – world-class skills, access and
innovation. Each of these focuses on different aspects that will help empower
African youth, entrepreneurs, developers and business and civic leaders to turn
great ideas into a reality that can help their community, their country, the
continent,
and beyond. World-Class Skills is about Microsoft’s plans to develop
a self-sustaining, world-class education platform, both online and offline, to
help Africans develop skills for entrepreneurship and improved employability
and competitiveness
Job Title: Sales
Internship
Location: Lagos
Area of work:
Sales, marketing, promotion
Seniority: Intern
or trainee
Job Summary
World-Class Skills is about Microsoft's plans to develop a
self-sustaining, world-class education platform, both online and offline, to
help Africans develop skills for entrepreneurship and improved employability
and competitiveness. Microsoft, in partnership with the host organization,
offer you a unique opportunity to kick start your career.
The Interns4Afrika internship program will provide you with
a real-world work experience and new skills while working for a leading
technology organization on the African continent.
A sales intern must
have:
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Hands on experience in sales and an ability to deliver
excellent customer experience
• Understanding of of sales performance metrics
• Business acumen with a problem-solving attitude
• Knowledge of CRM software and MS Office (MS Excel in
particular)
• Creative and innovative pitching ability
• Excellent organisational skills
• Integrity
• Team player
• Boldness & persistence
• Flexibility
Responsibilities
Main tasks and
duties:
• Manage a portfolio of accounts to achieve long-term
success
• Develop positive relationships with clients
• Act as the point of contact and handle customers’
individual needs
• Generate new business using existing and potential customer
networks
• Resolve conflicts and provide solutions to customers in a
timely manner
• Supervise account representatives to ensure sales increase
• Report on the status of accounts and transactions
• Set and track sales account targets, aligned with company
objectives
• Suggest actions to improve sales performance and identify
opportunities for growth
Do not apply if:
- You are not a Nigerian citizen
- You have not completed your degree
- You have not completed your National Service
- You are employed
Job Requirements
Required education:
Bachelor's degree
Required relevant
work experience: one month
Required skills:
Sales strategy; Negotiation; Problem solving; Sales support; Verbal
communication; Customer support, CRM systems; Presentation skills; Product
demonstration and promotion; Conflict and complaint resolution
Required languages: English
(Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
How to Apply
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