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Recruitment agency · Accurex

Graduate Trainee-Business Development (Heavy Equipment Spare Parts), Business Development

Employer not disclosed by agency

NairobiEntry level · Not statedCloses Friday, 8 January 2027, 23:59 EATChecked 12 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

An undisclosed employer in Nairobi is looking for a Graduate Trainee in Business Development focused on heavy equipment spare parts. This role suits fresh graduates or those with up to one year of relevant experience who want to gain practical skills in sales, customer engagement, and market research within the heavy equipment sector.

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What you will do

  • Assist in identifying new business opportunities and potential customers.
  • Support maintaining sales pipelines and customer databases.
  • Participate in customer visits and sales activities under supervision.
  • Help prepare quotations and commercial proposals.
  • Follow up on customer enquiries and quotations.
  • Support sales and marketing initiatives.
  • Assist in identifying customer spare parts needs and provide product information.
  • Maintain customer relationships and respond to enquiries under supervision.
  • Conduct market and competitor research to support business development.
  • Maintain accurate sales records and update CRM systems.
  • Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and finance teams to support customer orders and deliveries.
  • Assist in preparing sales and market intelligence reports.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
  • Fresh graduate or up to one year of internship, attachment, or relevant work experience.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset.
  • Basic knowledge of sales and business development, customer relationship management, market research, data entry, and quotation preparation.
  • Teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Exposure to sales, customer service, or business development is an advantage (preferred).
  • Willingness to learn and self-motivation are preferred.

Benefits

The salary range is KES 17,500 to 25,000. No other benefits are stated.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before Friday, 8 January 2027.

Salary disclosed: KES 17,500 - 25,000

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