SMB Tech Business Development Intern (12 Month Program)

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Description

The SMB Tech Business Development Intern role at Oracle provides graduates with a 12-month opportunity to gain practical exposure to demand generation, sales-driven initiatives, and customer relationship management. Based in Woodmead, Johannesburg, this internship focuses on supporting the OD Sales Team Cluster in enhancing brand visibility, building relationships with potential and existing customers, and driving pipeline development across the territory. Interns will conduct research on customer financials to support account planning, assist in tracking team activities, and foster collaboration between partners and sales representatives. This program is designed to build strong communication, organizational, and business development skills, preparing graduates for future careers in sales, marketing, and technology-driven business growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist the OD Sales Team Cluster with demand generation initiatives
• Support business development and sales-driven initiatives
• Create and enhance brand visibility in the market
• Build and maintain relationships with potential customers and current clients
• Understand customer visions, priorities, and requirements
• Research customer financials and insights to support account plans
• Drive actions and develop activities to enhance the sales pipeline for the territory
• Support the manager in maintaining team cadence and activity tracking
• Update dashboards and track team activities effectively
• Arrange and attend customer meetings with OD Sales Representatives and document meeting minutes
• Foster collaboration between partners and OD Sales Representatives to achieve sales goals

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: BCom in Marketing and Business Management
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced presentation skills to effectively convey ideas and insights
• Self-motivated and driven to achieve results
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an extended sales team
• Process-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at various job levels, including C-suite executives
• Ability to initiate contact with stakeholders via telephone

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