New Vehicle Sales Executive

Merand Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Merand Recruitment is seeking a New Vehicle Sales Executive for a dealership in CPT - Northern Suburbs, Western Cape. You will identify prospects, present vehicles, arrange test drives and guide customers through the sales journey to deliver exceptional service.

The role requires drive, strong communication, and the ability to work Saturdays. Prior automotive or related sales experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Valid driver's license is essential.
• Sales experience is advantageous.
• Experience in target-driven environments is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities and prospective customers.
• Build and maintain strong, professional customer relationships.
• Understand customer needs and recommend suitable vehicles based on their requirements.
• Present and demonstrate vehicle features, specifications and benefits.
• Arrange and conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives.
• Manage the full sales process from initial enquiry through to vehicle delivery.
• Consistently follow up with prospective and existing customers.
• Achieve and exceed monthly vehicle sales targets.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales records.
• Assist customers with vehicle finance and related products where required.
• Stay informed about current vehicle models, specifications, technology and industry developments.
• Deliver a professional and exceptional customer experience throughout the sales journey.
• Work collaboratively with the dealership team to achieve overall sales objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Target-driven

Negotiation

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Our client is opening an exciting new dealership and is looking for ambitious, energetic and customer-focused New Vehicle Sales Executives to join their growing team.

If you’re driven by sales, love working with people and are hungry to succeed, this is your opportunity to build your career within an exciting and evolving automotive environment. The successful candidates will join a newly established dealership, with the opportunity to grow their sales career and make their mark from day one.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities and prospective customers
• Build and maintain strong, professional customer relationships
• Understand customer needs and recommend suitable vehicles based on their requirements
• Present and demonstrate vehicle features, specifications and benefits
• Arrange and conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives
• Manage the full sales process from initial enquiry through to vehicle delivery
• Consistently follow up with prospective and existing customers
• Achieve and exceed monthly vehicle sales targets
• Maintain accurate customer and sales records
• Assist customers with vehicle finance and related products where required
• Stay informed about current vehicle models, specifications, technology and industry developments
• Deliver a professional and exceptional customer experience throughout the sales journey
• Work collaboratively with the dealership team to achieve overall sales objectives

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Valid driver's licence, essential
• Previous sales experience will be advantageous
• Vehicle sales experience is beneficial but not essential
• Experience in retail, telecommunications, insurance, financial services, property, hospitality or another target-driven sales environment will be considered
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability or potential to work towards and achieve sales targets
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
• Confident, professional and well-presented
• Self-motivated, ambitious and hungry to achieve results
• Energetic, enthusiastic and persuasive
• Strong negotiation, follow-up and closing abilities
• Reliable, resilient and able to perform in a target-driven environment
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team
• Adaptable and willing to learn new products, technology and sales processes
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Willingness to work Saturdays and Public Holidays as required

WORKING HOURS:

• Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 17:30
  Saturdays & Public Holidays: 09:00 – 13:00

*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*

New Vehicle Sales Executive • CPT - Northern Suburbs, Western Cape, ZA