Company: ABB
Location: South Africa (exact location not specified)
Industry: Industrial Automation / Engineering / Marketing & Sales
Employment Type: Graduate Training Programme
Salary: Not disclosed
Closing Date: Not specified
Programme Overview
ABB is offering a Graduate in Training programme designed to develop young talent in sales and marketing support functions. The programme provides structured learning, hands-on experience, and exposure to real business operations in a global industrial environment.
Trainees will be supported through ABB’s learning model, which combines practical experience, mentorship, and formal training to build both technical and soft skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Support sales teams in customer acquisition and retention
- Analyse market data and customer insights
- Assist in developing commercial strategies
- Build and maintain customer relationships
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Support delivery of customer solutions
- Adapt to changing business and market needs
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
- Maximum of 2 years work experience
- Minimum average academic performance of 65%
- South African citizenship required
Skills and Competencies
- Data analysis and interpretation skills
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Confidence in engaging with customers
- Team collaboration skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Business awareness and commercial thinking
- Growth mindset and willingness to learn
Who Should Apply
- Recent graduates in business, marketing, or commerce fields
- Candidates looking for structured corporate training
- Individuals interested in sales, marketing, and customer engagement
- Applicants with strong academic performance and motivation
- Young professionals seeking long-term career development
Benefits
- Structured graduate training programme
- Hands-on experience in a global company
- Mentorship and skills development
- Exposure to sales, marketing, and customer operations
- Career growth opportunities within ABB
- Professional networking and team collaboration experience
Application Tips
- Ensure your CV highlights academic performance (65%+ requirement)
- Emphasize communication and analytical skills
- Include any business, sales, or marketing exposure
- Keep your CV clean, professional, and well-structured
- Attach all required documents (CV, ID, transcript, qualification)
- Apply only through the official ABB careers portal
Application Process
- Visit the official ABB careers website
- Search for the Graduate in Training – Sales & Marketing role
- Submit your application online
- Upload required documents (CV, ID, academic transcript, qualification)
- Only online applications will be considered