Sales Representative Intern - Polokwane
Location: Polokwane
Salary: ZAR0.00 - ZAR0.00 per month
Job Type: Contract
Date Posted: Wed Apr 1 10:32:14 2026
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
A 12 months’ programme that will follow a flexible and blended learning approach using the 70:20:10 development principles (on-the-job learning, peer coaching and mentoring and theorethical learning). The internship programme aims to provide gradutues with an interest in sales with a unique opportunity to acquire valuable skills and knowledge whilst also gaining practical and relevant work experience in a supportive environment.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- To visit and service the veterinary retail channel
- Ensure stock on shelf of our direct-to-consumer products
- Train retail staff on our products
- Monitor sales and growth for their client base versus their targets
- Collaborate with the sales representative in the area
- In-store promotions over weekends
EDUCATION AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Recently qualified with a completed Degree / Diploma in Animal Science or Marketing or relevant qualification
Job Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license
- Confident driving and navigating on own
- Reliable and roadworthy vehicle
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
- Good organization, time keeping planning and prioritization skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Results driven
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Interest in sales
- Computer Literate
PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to drive and travel locally and internationally if required
- May be requested to work extended hours and weekends for special program events and/or training
BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Team player
- Outgoing personality
- Confident
- Resilient
- Demonstrates a high level of accountability
About Zoetis
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
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