Sales Executive – Heavy Commercial Vehicles(Sandown Commercial Vehicles)

Daimler Truck Ag; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck AG seeks a Sales Executive for Heavy Commercial Vehicles to enhance customer relationships and drive sales. The role demands a solid understanding of the market, strong negotiation skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have automotive sales experience, knowledge of Mercedes-Benz products, and complementary skills in administration and customer service.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a Sales Executive in Heavy Commercial Vehicles.
• Knowledge of the Mercedes-Benz brand and processes.
• Proven retail experience in automotive sales.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and build customer relationships.
• Identify potential clients and negotiate deals.
• Manage the sales process from lead generation to deal closure.

Skills

Integrity

Planning

Customer orientation

Resilience

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12

Post-matric qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Kerridge

Job description

Tasks About Us Since the invention of the truck over years ago, Daimler Truck AG has been a pioneer in the commercial vehicle sector and is today one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers.

Established in South Africa over 60 years ago, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd, together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd, provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio.

The Group's success is based on its leading brands, including Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks, in addition to parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks.

Its product range is supported by market-leading value-added services such as Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services.

With a Southern African footprint covering South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa, with all products assembled locally at its East London plant.

Job Overview

The Sales Executive for Heavy Commercial Vehicles is responsible for driving sales and building customer relationships in the commercial vehicle sector.

Responsibilities include identifying potential clients, presenting product offerings, negotiating deals, and meeting sales targets.

The role requires maintaining a strong understanding of the market, product features, and competitor activity to provide tailored solutions.

The Sales Executive manages the sales process from lead generation to deal closure, ensuring a smooth customer experience, and collaborates with the service and finance departments to offer comprehensive solutions.

Regular follow-ups and relationship management are essential for fostering long-term customer loyalty.

Main Job Activities

1. Sales Performance: Develop sales plans, identify new business opportunities, maintain existing customer database, achieve daily call rates, demonstrate vehicles, verify financial arrangements, and ensure proper vehicle handover.
2. Customer Service: Attend to walk-in and telephonic inquiries promptly, follow up with potential buyers, ensure customer satisfaction, and uphold the company's brand and reputation.
3. Administration: Complete documentation accurately, handle trade papers, maintain transaction records, and collect payments upon vehicle delivery.
4. Product and Business Knowledge: Attend training, stay updated on industry trends, and participate in sales meetings.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of solid experience as a Sales Executive in Heavy Commercial Vehicles.
• Knowledge of the Mercedes-Benz brand, processes, and systems.
• Proven retail experience, especially in automotive sales.
• Minimum Grade 12; post-matric qualifications are a plus.
• Driver's license (Code 10).

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Integrity, planning, and influencing skills.
• Product knowledge, MS Office proficiency (Kerridge).
• Customer orientation, resilience, and presentation skills.
• Interpersonal skills and emotional maturity.

Other Important Information: Daimler Truck Southern Africa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered. Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the Immigration Act. Employment Equity Plan applies, and the company adheres to the Code of Good Practice on the employment of people with disabilities.

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