Sales Cadet (Junior)

Arcs; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcs in Johannesburg is seeking a Sales Cadet to build a long-term career in the automotive industry. You will receive practical exposure across the full vehicle sales process, including customer service, lead generation and demonstrations, with coaching to master quotations, test drives and sales administration.

The role suits a confident, energetic individual with excellent communication skills, a presentable appearance and a willingness to work weekends and dealership events.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric required
• Valid Code 8 driver's licence required
• Previous sales or customer service experience advantageous
• Automotive/dealership experience advantageous but not essential
• Excellent communication and telephone skills
• Professional and presentable appearance
• Target-driven and customer-focused
• Energetic, confident and outgoing personality
• Strong follow-up and prospecting skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle rejection
• Willingness to work weekends and dealership events when required

Responsibilities

• Customer service across the sales process
• Lead generation and prospecting
• Cold calling and follow-up with enquiries
• Vehicle demonstrations and test drives
• Prepare quotations
• Sales administration and CRM updates

Skills

Sales

Customer service

Communication skills

Prospecting

Follow-up

Cold calling

Product knowledge

Dealership experience

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Code 8 driver's license

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for an energetic, ambitious and motivated Sales Cadet looking to build a long-term career in the automotive industry. This role is ideal for someone with a strong sales drive, excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn. Previous motor dealership experience is advantageous but not essential. The successful candidate will receive practical exposure and coaching across the full vehicle sales process, including customer service, lead generation, cold calling, prospecting, vehicle demonstrations, test drives, quotations, customer follow-ups and sales administration. The role will also involve developing strong product knowledge, maintaining accurate CRM/DMS records and assisting the sales team in converting enquiries into appointments and vehicle sales.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Valid Code 8 driver's licence
• Previous sales or customer service experience advantageous
• Automotive/dealership experience advantageous but not essential
• Excellent communication and telephone skills
• Professional and presentable appearance
• Target-driven and customer-focused
• Energetic, confident and outgoing personality
• Strong follow-up and prospecting skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle rejection
• Willingness to work weekends and dealership events when required