Rentokil Initial is looking for ambitious and driven individuals to join our Sales Trainee Program. This is a fast-track initiative designed to build our next generation of top-performing Sales Consultants. This is not a typical entry-level job; it is a paid, structured apprenticeship where you will be a key part of our strategic talent pipeline. You will be trained, mentored, and prepared to step directly into a full consultant role as soon as a position opens in one of our key branches.
Your Journey with Us
Phase 1: The Training Program
Your journey begins with a comprehensive training program to build your skills in our services and sales methodology. Following this, you will be given clear, measurable assignments that contribute directly to our branch operations, allowing you to learn and grow through hands-on experience.
Phase 2: The Goal - The Sales Consultant Role
The entire program is designed to prepare you for the responsibilities of a Sales Consultant. In this future role, your mission will be to drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Identifying, pursuing, and developing new business opportunities from existing and potential customers.
Upselling and cross-selling our full range of services to meet client needs.
Closing sales by articulating solutions effectively and demonstrating superior value over our competitors.
Building strong, lasting professional relationships aimed at retaining existing clients.
Serving as a key source of market intelligence by monitoring and advising management on competitor activity.
Requirements and Qualifications
Experience: Proven experience in a sales or customer-facing role with a demonstrated ability to generate leads.
License: A valid Driving License with driving experience is considered a strong advantage (required for promotion to the Sales Consultant role).
Location: Absolute willingness and flexibility to be based in Nairobi.
Education: A formal degree or diploma is NOT a mandatory requirement; drive and the right attitude are prioritized.
Personal Attributes: Unwavering ambition to build a long-term career in sales, high self-drive, goal-oriented mindset, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
Benefits
Medical Coverage (upon commencement).
Pension & Life Assurance (post-confirmation).
WIBA Coverage (immediate).
Working Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Alternate Saturdays 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Leave: 23 days paid annual leave (increases to 30 days after 5 years), plus parental and sick leave.
Tools: Mobile phone, laptop, and necessary resources.
Professional Development: Training programs and free online courses.
Career Path: Advancement opportunities to Sales Consultant within months.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the recruitment portal: Rentokil Initial on Workable.
