Automotive Sales Consultant

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission

Ongoing sales training

Employee discounts on vehicles

Health and retirement benefits

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Automotive Sales Consultant to join a busy dealership in Tembisa. You will be the primary contact for customers, guiding them from inquiry to delivery. This role emphasizes excellent communication, product knowledge, and relationship building to exceed sales targets.

This role offers competitive commissions, ongoing sales training, employee discounts on vehicles and services, health and retirement benefits, and a dynamic, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in automotive sales or related customer-facing sales.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for automotive industry and product knowledge.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage with potential customers, understand their needs, and recommend suitable vehicle options.
• Conduct professional vehicle demonstrations and test drives.
• Negotiate pricing and financing options to close sales effectively.
• Build and maintain a strong customer database for follow-up and repeat business.
• Process sales paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the finance and service departments to ensure a seamless customer experience.

Skills

Automotive sales

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Automotive Sales Consultant to join their busy dealership in Tembisa . You will be the primary point of contact for customers, guiding them through the vehicle purchasing process from initial inquiry to final delivery. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of automotive products, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service. You will work in a high-energy environment, focusing on building relationships and exceeding sales targets while representing a leading automotive brand with integrity and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with potential customers, understand their needs, and recommend suitable vehicle options.
• Conduct professional vehicle demonstrations and test drives.
• Negotiate pricing and financing options to close sales effectively.
• Build and maintain a strong customer database for follow-up and repeat business.
• Process sales paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the finance and service departments to ensure a seamless customer experience.

Requirements

• Proven track record in automotive sales or a related customer-facing sales role.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for the automotive industry and product knowledge.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive commission structure and uncapped earning potential.
• Ongoing sales training and professional development opportunities.
• Employee discounts on vehicles and services.
• Health and retirement benefits package.
• Dynamic and supportive team environment.