External Sales Representative (Automotive)

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an External Sales Representative in Johannesburg, where you'll engage with fitment centres and dealerships in the automotive aftermarket. This role offers a unique opportunity to chase new business and nurture existing accounts by selling protective films, tools, and chemicals. With a competitive salary and uncapped commission, you will thrive in a mobile showroom environment, traveling regionally to expand your client base. If you are a confident cold caller with a passion for sales and the automotive industry, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Cell Allowance

Fuel Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of external sales experience is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Sell directly to fitment centres and car dealerships.
• Build long-term client relationships through consistent cold calling.

Skills

Cold Calling

Sales Experience

Client Relationship Management

Automotive Knowledge

Education

Matric

Job description

External Sales Representative (Automotive) – Johannesburg.

Chase new business and grow existing accounts in the automotive aftermarket. You’ll be selling protective films, tools, and chemicals to fitment centres, dealerships, and more.

Salary: R15 000 basic + Uncapped Commission + Cell Allowance + Fuel Reimbursement.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• 2–3 years external sales experience
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• Confident cold caller and new business hunter
• Comfortable with road travel (Johannesburg and occasional regional trips)
• Automotive aftermarket exposure a plus
• Great with people and tight parking spots (you’ll be working from a mobile showroom)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sell directly to fitment centres, car dealerships, signage shops, and detailers
• Inherit a small client base and grow it through consistent cold calling and visits
• Build long-term client relationships — this isn’t a quick-sale role
• Train alongside experienced reps to get product-savvy
• Operate from a van-based mobile showroom and in-store where needed
• Travel regionally for up to 3 nights/month
• Report to Sales Lead and attend check-ins regularly