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Junior Sales Representative (Graduate Programme) SaaS & Managed Cybersecurity Solutions

  • Sandton
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Job Type: Internship
  • Sectors: IT Sales
  • Reference: 168050

Apply before Mar 28 2026 | 61 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Core Group

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated, articulate Junior Sales Representative to join our growing team in the SaaS and managed cybersecurity space. This is an entry-level opportunity, ideal for a recent graduate who is eager to start a career in B2B sales within a high-growth technology environment.

You will play a key role in generating new business, managing inbound leads, and supporting the sales pipeline through structured outbound activity, qualification, and follow-up. You will work closely with senior sales and technical teams and gain exposure to enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Prospecting & Lead Generation (Outbound)

  • Conduct cold calls to potential clients to introduce managed cybersecurity solutions and qualify interest
  • Execute targeted email outreach with clear and compelling value propositions
  • Research potential clients, identify key decision-makers, and understand basic business and security needs

2. Inbound Lead Management

  • Promptly follow up on inbound leads generated through marketing campaigns, website enquiries, and referrals
  • Qualify leads through structured calls and emails to identify needs, urgency, and fit
  • Manage and prioritise a high volume of inbound responses effectively

3. Client Engagement & Sales Support

  • Schedule introductory meetings and demos for senior sales or technical specialist
  • Maintain regular follow-up with prospects to build relationships and keep opportunities progressing
  • Ensure a smooth handover to senior team members for deeper technical or commercial discussions

4. Product Knowledge & Sales Enablement

  • Develop a working understanding of SaaS and managed cybersecurity offerings (e.g. threat detection, endpoint protection, managed security services)
  • Understand key value propositions, differentiators, and common client objections
  • Confidently communicate product benefits at an introductory level

5. Sales Administration & Team Collaboration

  • Accurately log all interactions, activities, and pipeline updates in the CRM system
  • Maintain high data accuracy to support reporting and forecasting
  • Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and pre-sales teams to ensure a strong customer experience

Minimum Requirements

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (BCom Information Systems / Infosec), Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

Experience

  • Internship or part-time experience in a customer-facing, sales, or technology-related role is advantageous

Skills

  • Strong verbal communication and professional phone presence
  • Clear, concise written communication for email outreach
  • Comfortable engaging with new people and initiating conversations

Technical

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong interest in technology and cybersecurity (training will be provided)

Personal Attributes

  • Resilient and able to handle rejection positively
  • Target-driven, self-motivated, and eager to learn
  • Well-organised with good time management skills



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About Core Group

We offer people the most exciting information, communication and entertainment technology for work and play and service them through our network of re-sellers and our own retail outlets.

At the core of our business is the Apple brand. We are the sole distributors for Apple in South Africa. In support of Apple, our accessories brands offer products that enhance this technological eco-system. 

iStore is an Apple Premium Reseller (APR) which is a dedicated hub for Apple products and accessories. With 18 Stores conveniently situated across the Country, iStore is the largest APR in Southern Africa. iStore aims to maximize customer value offerings by providing an authentic Apple experience and offering customers exclusive services such as in-store complimentary training, technical support and technical set-up. iStore offers contracts on various mobile networks as well as a 2 year extended warranty option with iCare Plus.

 

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