CD Sales Intern -Kenya
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Industry Manufacturing / Production / FMCG Founded N / A Type Public Website http://www.colgatepalmolive.com Address
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Position Summary
- We are looking for a highly motivated Sales Intern to join our Customer Development team in Kenya.
- This role is designed for individuals who aspire to build a long-term career in sales and commercial leadership within the FMCG industry. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to customer development, route-to-market execution, distributor operations, retail excellence, commercial analytics, and strategic business planning.
- The successful candidate should be curious, resilient, commercially minded, and excited by working in dynamic market environments across Kenya.
What You Will Learn
- Throughout the internship you will develop practical experience in:Customer Development and Commercial Strategy
- Distributor and Retail Operations
- Sales Analytics and Business Performance
- Shopper and Consumer Insights
Key Account Management
- Territory Planning
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Leadership and Professional Development
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Excellence
- Support execution of sales strategies that drive sustainable business growth.
- Analyze sales performance and identify commercial opportunities.
- Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and customer insights.
- Prepare reports and business recommendations for the commercial team.
Customer & Market Exposure
- Participate in customer visits alongside Customer Development Managers.
- Gain first-hand exposure to modern trade, general trade, and distributor operations.
- Build an understanding of retail execution and customer relationships.
Business Projects
- Lead or support strategic improvement projects within the Customer Development function.
- Present recommendations based on market analysis and business insights.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Finance, Customer Service & Logistics, and Supply Chain.
Learning & Development
- Participate in structured learning sessions and coaching.
- Receive mentorship from experienced commercial leaders.
- Demonstrate continuous learning and ownership of your development plan.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:
A genuine passion for building a career in Sales and Commercial Leadership.
- High levels of initiative and self-motivation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Learning agility and curiosity.
- Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- A growth mindset and willingness to receive feedback.
- Integrity and accountability.
- Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.
- Willingness to travel and work in different locations across Kenya as business needs require.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or final-year student) in Business, Marketing, Economics, Finance,Statistics, or a related field.
- Strong academic performance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Previous leadership experience through student organizations, entrepreneurship,community initiatives, or internships is an added advantage.