Sales Associate

About the role

The Sales Associate will join BUSINESS SKILLS UGANDA’s client‑facing team in Kampala, promoting the company’s business planning, advertising and development services. This full‑time, on‑site position focuses on driving the complete sales cycle from prospecting to closing while delivering a professional, client‑centric experience.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and engage prospective and existing clients through outreach, meetings and product demonstrations.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations and customised service packages.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, activities and outcomes in the company’s sales tracking tools.
• Collaborate with training and consulting teams to align solutions with client needs.
• Follow up on marketing‑generated leads, monitor market trends and provide feedback to improve offerings.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and support promotional initiatives.

Required profile

• Strong verbal and written communication with confident presentation abilities.
• Proven sales or negotiation capability, able to handle objections and close deals.
• Basic understanding of business planning, advertising and business development, or a willingness to learn.
• Excellent organisational skills, capable of managing multiple leads and deadlines.
• Professional attitude, integrity and ability to work collaboratively on‑site.

Required skills

• Proficiency with email, spreadsheets and presentation software.
• Experience using a CRM or other sales‑tracking system.