Car Sales Manager Automotive Brand - Gauteng

Position: New Car Sales Manager Premium Automotive Brand - Gauteng
Reports to: Dealer Principal
Remuneration: R30,000 – R55,000 depending on experience and brand + performance-based commission + company vehicle + fuel allowance + medical aid + provident fund

Purpose Of The Job:

Our client a premium brand dealership is looking for an experienced and knowledgeable New Car Sales Manager to join their team. To lead, mentor, and inspire a high-calibre sales team to deliver a world-class customer experience while achieving monthly unit, profit, and Value-Added Product (VAP) targets. You will be responsible for the strategic growth of the new vehicle department, ensuring strict adherence to both Dealership and OEM (Manufacturer) premium standards.

Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and motivate Sales Executives to maintain a professional and knowledgeable sales floor
• Sales Strategy: Develop and execute creative marketing and sales strategies tailored to the premium market in the Centurion/Pretoria region
• Performance Monitoring: Conduct daily tracking of sales pipelines, lead management, and conversion ratios to ensure targets are met or exceeded
• Stock Management: Oversee new vehicle inventory, including ordering, aging control, and showroom merchandising according to Corporate Identity (CI) requirements
• Customer Experience: Maintain exceptionally high Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) scores by resolving escalations and ensuring a seamless delivery process
• Financial Oversight: Manage departmental budgets, expenses, and gross profit margins on every deal

Requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a New Vehicle Sales Manager within a franchised dealership, preferably with a premium/luxury brand
• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential; a tertiary qualification in Business or Marketing is highly advantageous
• Proficiency in dealership management systems such as Kerridge, Sales Force, CMS, Evolve, or Automate
• Valid, unendorsed South African Driver’s License
• High emotional intelligence, professional appearance, and the ability to engage with discerning, high-net-worth clientele

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.


Applications should be submitted no later than 2 weeks from advertising.