Sales Trainee (Saudi National)

Position Overview

The Sales Trainee role, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, involves supporting the Sales team in promoting exhibitions, conferences, and events. This position offers practical exposure to the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to client onboarding, providing an excellent entry point for a career in the exhibitions and events industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support identifying and reaching out to potential exhibitors, sponsors, and business partners.
• Engage in lead generation through market research, networking, and maintaining CRM databases.
• Assist in creating sales proposals, quotes, contracts, and relevant sales documents.
• Keep customer records current in the CRM system for accurate sales tracking.
• Follow up with prospective and existing clients about exhibition participation and sponsorship offers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate seamless client onboarding and customer experience.
• Help prepare sales presentations, reports, and performance summaries.
• Attend industry events such as exhibitions and conferences to aid sales activities and client interaction.
• Conduct competitor and market analysis to uncover new business opportunities.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the Sales team and undertake additional tasks as directed by the Sales Manager.

Candidate Qualifications

• Holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Communications, or a similar field.
• Fresh graduate or possessing up to one year of relevant internship or professional experience.
• Strong interest in sales, business development, and managing customer relationships.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both English and Arabic.
• Confident and professional demeanor when engaging with clients.
• Proficient negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Knowledge or experience with CRM systems is a plus.
• Self-driven, enthusiastic about learning, and focused on delivering results.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic and fast-moving environment.

Benefits and Learning Opportunities

• Gain practical experience in the sales processes related to exhibitions and conferences.
• Learn about the full sales cycle, including lead development and onboarding clients.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from seasoned sales experts.
• Opportunity to enhance skills in business development, negotiation, and account management.
• Interact with exhibitors, sponsors, and prominent industry figures from diverse sectors.