Sales Recruitment Specialist - Automotive

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and commission

Dynamic and fast-paced industry

Growing consultancy in Upington

Access to automotive client network

Professional development and training

Supportive team environment

Sales training contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Sales Recruitment Specialist focused on the Automotive sector to connect dealerships with top sales professionals, managers and technicians. This role is office-based in Upington, demanding strong local relationships and a sales-oriented recruitment mindset.

You will source, screen and place talent, build dealer networks, and guide clients on recruitment strategies while achieving placement targets in a dynamic Northern Cape market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in recruitment, with sales or automotive focus.
• Understanding of automotive industry and its sales dynamics.
• Proven success in sourcing and placing sales talent.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with sales professionals and dealership owners.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen and interview candidates for sales roles in automotive.
• Develop and maintain relationships with automotive dealerships in the region.
• Build and nurture a pipeline of qualified automotive sales professionals.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement.
• Stay updated on industry salary benchmarks and trends.
• Achieve and exceed placement goals as part of a team.
• Represent the company professionally to clients and candidates in the automotive space.
• Provide consultative advice on talent acquisition strategies for sales teams.

Skills

Sales recruitment

Automotive sector knowledge

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing & selection

Communication & negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related

Tools

Recruitment software/ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy based in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking a driven Sales Recruitment Specialist with a focus on the Automotive sector. This role is essential for connecting automotive dealerships and related businesses with talented sales professionals, managers, and technicians. You will be responsible for understanding the unique demands of the automotive industry and identifying candidates who can excel in sales environments. The position requires a dedicated presence in the Upington office to engage directly with clients and candidates, fostering strong local relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for a sales-focused recruiter to build a strong career within a specialized niche in the Northern Cape region. Join a professional and supportive team dedicated to delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for various sales roles within the automotive industry, including sales executives, dealership managers, and service advisors.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with automotive dealerships and related businesses in the region.
• Build and nurture a pipeline of qualified sales professionals interested in automotive careers.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial client brief to offer negotiation and placement.
• Stay informed about trends, sales techniques, and salary benchmarks within the automotive sales sector.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team placement goals.
• Represent the company professionally to clients and candidates in the automotive space.
• Provide consultative advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies for sales teams.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a proven specialization in sales or within the automotive sector.
• Strong understanding of the automotive industry and its sales dynamics.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing sales talent.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with sales professionals and dealership owners.
• Experience using recruitment software and databases.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Upington, Northern Cape , as this role is office-based.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an attractive commission structure.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic and fast-paced industry.
• Be part of a growing consultancy in Upington .
• Access to a network of automotive clients.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Contribution towards sales training and development programs.