Vehicle Sales Executive

Protea Placements; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical aid after probation

Pension fund after probation

Job summary

Protea Placements in Knysna, Western Cape, is seeking a driven Vehicle Sales Executive to join a well-established automotive group. You will sell new and used vehicles and deliver an exceptional customer experience throughout the full sales process.

The role rewards a strong earning potential through a base salary plus commission, requires a minimum 5 years of vehicle sales experience, and offers long-term growth and stability within the dealership team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ proven vehicle sales experience.
• Strong and consistent vehicle sales track record.
• Experience in both new and used vehicle sales will be an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service and relationship‑building abilities.
• Professional presentation and confident personality.
• Target-driven, self‑motivated and results‑oriented.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Contactable and positive references are essential.

Responsibilities

• Sell new and used vehicles in line with dealership standards.
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.
• Generate and follow up on new sales leads.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Conduct professional vehicle demonstrations and test drives.
• Guide customers through the full vehicle sales process.
• Assist with finance applications and related documentation.
• Maintain accurate customer records and follow up on enquiries.
• Ensure a high level of customer service throughout the sales journey.
• Work towards maximising sales and profitability for the dealership.

Skills

Vehicle sales experience

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Target-driven

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Confident personality

Education

Matric qualification

Job description

Vehicle Sales Executive
Knysna, WC
Basic Salary + Commission

A well-established automotive group is seeking a driven and experienced Vehicle Sales Executive to join their dealership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven sales professional looking for long-term stability, strong earning potential, and career growth within a reputable automotive group. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling new and used vehicles, while delivering an exceptional customer experience throughout the full sales process.

Requirements

• Matric qualification
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum 5 years’ proven vehicle sales experience
• Strong and consistent vehicle sales track record
• Experience in both new and used vehicle sales will be an advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service and relationship‑building abilities
• Professional presentation and confident personality
• Target-driven, self‑motivated and results‑oriented
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Contactable and positive references are essential
• Passion for the automotive industry and vehicle sales
• Candidates should ideally be seeking long‑term stability and career growth

Duties

• Sell new and used vehicles in line with dealership standards
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets
• Generate and follow up on new sales leads
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Conduct professional vehicle demonstrations and test drives
• Guide customers through the full vehicle sales process
• Assist with finance applications and related documentation
• Maintain accurate customer records and follow up on enquiries
• Ensure a high level of customer service throughout the sales journey
• Work towards maximising sales and profitability for the dealership

Basic Salary + Commission + Company Vehicle
Medical Aid and Pension Fund after successful completion of probation