Sales Representative - Automotive Parts

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts on parts

Product training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Sales Representative to drive the promotion and sale of automotive parts in Mahikeng and the North West region. You will develop relationships with workshops, dealerships, and service managers, ensuring timely delivery and excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of automotive components and a proven track record in outbound sales, with strong communication and negotiation skills to meet targets in a dynamic aftermarket environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in automotive parts.
• Strong knowledge of automotive components and aftermarket sector.
• Proven ability to build rapport and long-term relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell a wide range of automotive parts and accessories to new and existing clients in the North West region.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the automotive aftermarket sector.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with workshop owners, mechanics, and dealership service managers.
• Understand customer requirements and provide appropriate product recommendations and technical support.
• Manage the sales cycle from lead generation to order placement and follow-up.
• Ensure timely delivery of orders and resolve any customer issues or concerns effectively.
• Stay informed about new products, industry trends, and competitor activities.
• Achieve and exceed individual sales targets and contribute to the team's overall goals.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and inventory levels.
• Provide feedback to management regarding market trends and customer needs.

Skills

Automotive parts knowledge

Sales experience

Relationship building

Negotiation

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading supplier of automotive parts and accessories, is looking for a proactive and experienced Sales Representative to join their expanding operations in Mahikeng, North West . This role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with automotive workshops, dealerships, and independent repair shops in the region. You will be responsible for promoting our comprehensive range of high-quality automotive parts, understanding client needs, and ensuring timely delivery and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of automotive mechanics and parts, coupled with strong sales and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within the automotive aftermarket sector, contributing directly to the company's sales performance and customer satisfaction in the North West province, operating from our Mahikeng base.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell a wide range of automotive parts and accessories to new and existing clients in the North West region.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the automotive aftermarket sector.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with workshop owners, mechanics, and dealership service managers.
• Understand customer requirements and provide appropriate product recommendations and technical support.
• Manage the sales cycle from lead generation to order placement and follow-up.
• Ensure timely delivery of orders and resolve any customer issues or concerns effectively.
• Stay informed about new products, industry trends, and competitor activities.
• Achieve and exceed individual sales targets and contribute to the team's overall goals.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and inventory levels.
• Provide feedback to management regarding market trends and customer needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience, preferably within the automotive parts or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive components, mechanics, and the aftermarket sector.
• Proven ability to build rapport and maintain long-term customer relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach to sales.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory effectively.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and basic computer applications.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the North West province.
• Reside in or be able to commute reliably to Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Generous employee discounts on automotive parts and accessories.
• Opportunities for ongoing product training and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Mahikeng .