Sales Director LATAM

BYD; Buenos Aires; On-site; ARS 184,482,000 - 276,723,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD is seeking a senior sales leader for the LATAM region, focusing on Argentina and adjacent markets. The role requires 10+ years in automotive sales with regional expansion experience and a proven ability to negotiate, develop business, and analyze market data.

Expect extensive travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize promotions, supply, and order fulfillment across LATAM. Fluency in English preferred, additional languages a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Over 10 years of sales experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience expanding regional markets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive LATAM automotive sales across targeted markets including Argentina, Chile and Colombia.
• Develop, maintain, and manage dealers, agents, and direct customers to build long-term relationships.
• Provide market insights, develop sales plans, and report performance to leadership.
• Collaborate with marketing, product and supply chain to optimize promotions and inventory.

Skills

Sales negotiation

Market insights

Business development

Data analysis

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Engineering degree

International Trade degree

Job description

Who we are

BYD Group is a leading high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operating across four core industries; electronics, automobile, renewable energy and rail transit. As of today, BYD employs nearly one million people worldwide.

At BYD, we are redefining the future of mobility. As part of the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle company, we are committed to building a sustainable, zero-emission future where technology and nature coexist in harmony.

Scope of the role:

LATAM markets excluding Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile and Colombia (*)

Job Responsibilities:

Sales

• Responsible for Latin America (*) sales of automotive products (vehicles or components), formulating and executing sales plans to achieve sales targets.
• Develop, maintain, and manage dealers, agents, and direct customers to establish long-term and stable cooperative relationships.
• Gain deep insights into market demand, industry trends, and competitors' activities to develop corresponding sales strategies.

Customer Management & Support

• Handle daily communication, business follow-up, and contract negotiations with key clients and dealers to ensure smooth business operations.
• Provide professional product training and market support to assist clients in improving their sales performance.
• Promptly address customer feedback and complaints to enhance customer satisfaction.

Sales Analysis & Reporting

• Regularly collect and analyze market information, evaluate sales performance, and submit sales reports with improvement suggestions.
• Forecast sales trends, optimize product sales strategies, and increase market share.

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing, product, and supply chain teams to optimize product supply, market promotion, and sales strategies.
• Coordinate production and logistics to ensure timely order delivery and inventory management.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Engineering, International Trade, or related fields preferred.
• Over 10 years of sales experience in the automotive industry, with a preference for candidates with regional market expansion experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong sales negotiation skills, market insight, and business development capabilities.
• Familiarity with the automotive industry, including market environment, dealer management, and sales channel development.
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to formulate sales strategies based on data.
• Basic financial knowledge to independently handle price negotiations and contract management.

Other Requirements

• High sense of responsibility and execution ability, with a willingness to travel frequently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to maintain good relationships with internal and external partners.
• Fluency in English and other foreign languages is preferred.
• Extensive market connections and resources within government and enterprises.