Tasks About Us Since the invention of the truck over 125 years ago, Daimler Truck AG has been a pioneer in the commercial vehicle sector and is today one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established in South Africa over 60 years ago, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio. The Group’s success is based on its leading brands inclusive of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks in addition to offering parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks. Its product range is backed by its market-leading value-added services in Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services. With a Southern African footprint that includes South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, and all its products are assembled locally in its East London production plant. Programme Overview Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd has partnered with Government on the Youth Employment Services (YES) programme to provide unemployed youth with an opportunity to gain workplace experience for a period of 12 months. We are proud to be a part of this initiative that plays a role in supporting the youth of South Africa. In compliance to the Company's Integrity, Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy, Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality requirements and to perform delegated SHERQ tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations. Location: Sandown Centurion, TruckStore Centurion & TruckStore N14 What the Programme Offers Practical on-the-job training within the commercial vehicle environment Structured learning covering sales fundamentals, customer engagement, and product knowledge Exposure to trucks, buses, and aftersales support Mentorship from experienced sales professionals Real workplace experience to prepare you for a long-term career in sales Qualifications Who can apply? Unemployed youth between the ages of 18–29 years old Grade 12 / Matric (Tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field is an advantage) Strong aspiration to pursue a career as a Commercial Vehicles Sales Executive Good communication and interpersonal skills Computer literacy Willingness to learn and grow in a demanding sales environment Clear Criminal record Must speak English Candidates must strictly not have participated in any YES4Youth programme before No work experience is required Preference to be afforded to applicants with the following: Drive, self‑motivated, and customer‑focused Confident and eager to engage with people Results‑oriented with a strong work ethic Interested in building a career within the commercial vehicle sector Other important Information: Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002. Division’s Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998. Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Emphasis on the company's commitment to reducing our environmental footprint and contributing positively to society. #J-18808-Ljbffr