Automotive Accessories Sales Leader — New Business

Fempower; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager in Pinetown to drive growth in the South African automotive sector. The role involves developing new business and expanding existing accounts in the accessory market. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of experience in automotive sales and possesses strong negotiation and commercial skills. This role may require domestic and international travel of 25-35%.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience selling parts within the Automotive Accessory Market.
• Experience in leading RFQ processes and closing complex deals.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (25-35%).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Identify and secure new clients while growing existing account portfolios.
• Lead the end-to-end RFQ process, from initiation to proposal submission.
• Manage key customer relationships and act as the primary internal customer advocate.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager in Pinetown to drive growth in the South African automotive sector. The role involves developing new business and expanding existing accounts in the accessory market. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of experience in automotive sales and possesses strong negotiation and commercial skills. This role may require domestic and international travel of 25-35%.