Job Summary
We are looking for a seasoned, results-driven vehicle sales professional who consistently sells 15 or more units a month. The successful candidate will manage the full sales process, from first contact to delivery, and build a loyal customer base that generates repeat and referral business.
Your:
Education
Requirements
A proven sales track record matters far more than formal qualifications for this role.
Essential
- Extensive experience in motor vehicle sales, ideally 10 years or more in a dealership environment.
- A consistent, verifiable track record of selling an average of 15 or more vehicles per month.
- Ability to provide commission statements (minimum of the last 6 to 12 months) as proof of sales performance.
- An established, loyal client base, preferably one the candidate can bring to the new employer.
- In-depth knowledge of the South African passenger vehicle and bakkie market: models and pricing, competitor brands, trade-in values, vehicle finance (banks and approval criteria), dealer networks and buyer trends.
- Valid South African driver's licence (Code B / EB) with a clean driving record.
- Strong negotiation, closing and relationship-building skills.
- Sound knowledge of vehicle finance processes and the trade-in process.
- Computer literate, with working knowledge of a CRM or Dealer Management System.
- Willingness to work weekends and public holidays as dealership trading hours require.
Will enable you to:
Key responsibilities
- Achieve or exceed a monthly target of at least 15 vehicle units (cars and bakkies).
- Generate and follow up on leads: walk-ins, phone and online enquiries, referrals and own prospecting.
- Conduct needs analyses, product presentations and test drives.
- Negotiate prices and trade-ins, and close deals profitably.
- Work with Finance & Insurance (F&I) to secure vehicle finance and sell value-added products (warranties, service plans, insurance).
- Value trade-in vehicles in consultation with the used-vehicle manager.
- Complete all sales documentation accurately and in line with the National Credit Act, Consumer Protection Act, FAIS and POPIA.
- Manage the delivery process so every customer leaves satisfied.
- Keep the CRM / Dealer Management System up to date with leads, follow-ups and sales.
- Maintain after-sales contact to build repeat and referral business.
- Keep current on product knowledge, competitor offerings and market pricing.