Automotive Sales Executive

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus uncapped

Comprehensive sales training

Employee discounts on vehicles

Career advancement opportunities

Dynamic and supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa, seeks an Automotive Sales Executive to drive vehicle sales, greet customers, and guide them through the purchase process from inquiry to delivery.

You will showcase features, arrange test drives, negotiate terms, and close deals, while building lasting customer relationships in a dynamic dealership team.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in automotive sales.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for cars and strong understanding of vehicle features and benefits.
• Ability to build rapport and lasting relationships with customers.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach to achieving sales targets.
• Valid driver?s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Engage with potential customers on showroom floor and lead channels.
• Understand customer needs and recommend suitable vehicle models and configurations.
• Conduct professional and informative test drives, highlighting key vehicle features and benefits.
• Negotiate vehicle prices and financing options to achieve mutually agreeable terms.
• Prepare and process sales contracts, financing applications, and necessary documentation accurately.
• Maintain follow-up communication with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and encourage repeat business.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and charismatic Automotive Sales Executive to join their thriving dealership in Benoni . This role involves engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and guiding them through the vehicle purchasing process from initial inquiry to final delivery. You will be responsible for showcasing vehicle features, conducting test drives, negotiating prices, and closing sales. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for automobiles and a talent for building customer relationships, contributing to the dealership's success and growth in a competitive market, while working within a professional and motivating sales team.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with potential customers on the showroom floor and through various lead channels.
• Understand customer needs and recommend suitable vehicle models and configurations.
• Conduct professional and informative test drives, highlighting key vehicle features and benefits.
• Negotiate vehicle prices and financing options to achieve mutually agreeable terms.
• Prepare and process sales contracts, financing applications, and necessary documentation accurately.
• Maintain follow-up communication with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and encourage repeat business.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, preferably within the automotive industry .
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for cars and a strong understanding of vehicle features and benefits.
• Ability to build rapport and lasting relationships with customers.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach to achieving sales targets.
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure offering significant earning potential.
• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Employee discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, and servicing.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a reputable dealership group.
• A dynamic and exciting work environment with a supportive sales team.