Sales Manager

Autonest Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

AUTONEST Sdn Bhd is seeking an Area Sales Manager to lead the sales team and drive growth of PHEVE hybrid batteries for Toyota vehicles. The role focuses on expanding the dealer network and strengthening relationships with workshops and dealers across Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru.

You will develop sales strategies, manage key accounts, and collaborate with marketing and operations to deliver timely deliveries and achieve ambitious targets in the automotive aftermarket.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of sales experience in automotive aftermarket.
• Proven record of leading a sales team and hitting targets.
• Strong business development, negotiation and relationship skills.
• Existing network of workshops, dealers or trade contacts preferred.
• Interest in hybrid vehicle technology and willingness to learn technical product knowledge.
• Willingness to travel for customer visits and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate the sales team to achieve targets.
• Develop sales strategies to grow revenue and maintain margins.
• Expand network of workshops, dealers and business partners.
• Manage key accounts, develop new opportunities and close sales.
• Explain product features, warranty terms and after-sales support accurately.
• Set sales targets, monitor follow-ups and provide forecasts.
• Work with marketing and technical teams on promotions and dealer engagement activities.
• Coordinate with operations and after-sales teams to support timely deliveries.
• Monitor competitor activities, pricing and customer feedback to identify opportunities.

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation

Relationship management

Business development

Automotive aftermarket knowledge

Willingness to travel

Job description

WE'RE HIRING: AREA SALES MANAGER
AUTONEST Sdn Bhd
PHEVE Hybrid Batteries for Toyota Vehicles

Location: Johor Bahru / Kuala Lumpur
Salary: RM 8,000-RM12,000 + Group Sales Commission

Lead the team. Expand our dealer network. Drive sales growth.

AUTONEST Sdn Bhd is looking for a motivated, hands-on Sales Manager to lead our sales team and grow sales of PHEVE hybrid replacement batteries for Toyota vehicles.

This role suits someone who understands the automotive aftermarket, builds strong relationships with workshop owners and dealers, and can turn sales plans into measurable results.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate the sales team to achieve individual and team targets.
• Develop sales strategies to grow revenue, maintain healthy margins and increase market coverage.
• Expand our network of automotive workshops, hybrid specialists, battery dealers and business partners.
• Personally manage key accounts, develop new business opportunities and close sales.
• Help the team explain product suitability, features, warranty terms and after-sales support accurately.
• Set sales targets, monitor customer follow-ups and provide regular forecasts and performance reports.
• Work with marketing and technical teams on promotions, product demonstrations and dealer engagement activities.
• Coordinate with operations and after-sales teams to support timely deliveries and resolve customer concerns.
• Monitor competitor activities, pricing and customer feedback to identify opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years of sales experience, preferably in automotive spare parts, batteries, lubricants, workshop equipment or related aftermarket products.
• Previous experience leading a sales team and a proven record of achieving targets.
• Strong business development, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• An existing network of workshops, dealers or automotive trade contacts would be an advantage.
• Interest in hybrid vehicle technology and willingness to learn technical product knowledge.
• A proactive, accountable approach, with the ability to lead by example during customer visits and sales negotiations.
• Willingness to travel for customer visits and business development.

Why Join AUTONEST?

• Take a leadership role in developing our PHEVE hybrid battery business.
• Apply your automotive industry experience to a specialist product category.
• Work closely with management and contribute directly to sales strategy and business expansion.
• Build lasting partnerships with workshops and automotive businesses.