Head of Sales Automotive Division

MIT Auto Parts (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in South Africa is seeking a Head of Sales to spearhead the Sales Division. The role involves driving sustainable revenue growth and implementing commercial strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, a strong track record in automotive leadership, and extensive experience in managing large sales teams. Proficiency with CRM systems and analytical tools is essential. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in an automotive industry leadership role at a similar level.
• Extensive experience managing large sales teams and driving revenue growth.
• Strong technical proficiency with various sales technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive sustainable revenue growth and strengthen market position.
• Execute the company’s commercial strategy effectively.

Skills

Sales Strategy

Team Leadership

CRM Proficiency

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Analytics tools

Digital sales platforms

Performance tracking technologies

Job description

Role Purpose The Head of Sales will serve as the strategic leader of the Sales Division, responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, strengthening market position, and ensuring the seamless execution of the company’s commercial strategy. This ...

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.
• Proven track record in an automotive industry leadership role at a similar level (department head, executive sales lead, or sales director).
• Extensive experience managing large sales teams, setting strategy, and driving sustainable revenue growth.
• Strong technical proficiency with CRM systems, analytics tools, digital sales platforms and performance tracking technologies.

Executive Competencies

• Strategic Thinker: Able to translate market insights into long‑term competitive advantage.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of revenue levers, pricing strategies and business drivers.
• Leadership Excellence: Inspires teams, builds capability, and drives organisational performance.
• Customer Centricity: Deep appreciation for customer value and relationship longevity.
• Analytical Strength: Uses data to justify decisions, evaluate performance and refine strategy.
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments and leads teams confidently through change.
• Negotiation & Influence: Masterful at high‑stake engagements, both internally and externally.