Job Overview
- Job Title: Manager: Sales (Used Vehicles)
- Company: Hyundai Bloemfontein (Motus Corporation)
- Location: Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
- Experience Level: Senior
- Industry: Automotive / Vehicle Sales
- Functional Area: Sales Management | Pre-Owned Vehicles
- Posted: 2 days ago
Job Description
Hyundai Bloemfontein is seeking a Sales Manager to lead its Used Vehicle Sales Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales performance, managing a team of Sales Executives, ensuring stock optimization, and maximizing profitability while delivering excellent customer service and ensuring customer retention.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Profitability
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Maximize unit sales and profitability in line with targets and forecasts
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Develop and implement effective sales strategies and processes
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Review pricing policies, discounts, and trade-in processes to maintain profitability
Team Management
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Lead, mentor, and motivate the used vehicle sales team
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Ensure Sales Executives receive training on new model launches
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Establish correct staffing levels and oversee performance
Stock & Compliance
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Ensure optimum stock levels aligned with dealership policies
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Monitor floorplan activities and control direct/indirect costs
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Maintain product display materials and ensure vehicle delivery quality
Customer Service & Satisfaction
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Address and resolve customer complaints promptly
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Ensure customer satisfaction targets are consistently met
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Support the sale of value-added back-end products
Qualifications
Minimum:
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Matric / Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Preferred:
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Relevant tertiary qualification (NQF 6+ in Sales, Marketing, or Business Management)
Experience Required
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Minimum 8 years of vehicle sales experience in the automotive industry
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Minimum 3 years of experience in a sales team leadership or management role
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Proven sales performance and understanding of target-driven environments
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Experience in pre-owned vehicle sales is essential
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Familiarity with dealership compliance, pricing, and stock management processes
Skills & Competencies
Core Skills
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Sales and marketing expertise
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Communication (verbal and written)
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Target management and performance tracking
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Computer literacy (MS Office & Dealer Management Systems)
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Business acumen and commercial awareness
Soft Skills
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Highly driven and results-oriented
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Resilient and calm under pressure
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Strong interpersonal and relationship management abilities
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Adaptable and professional
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Team player and reliable leader
Additional Requirements
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Valid, unendorsed driver’s license
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Ability to legally and competently drive vehicles
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Knowledge of the competitive motor industry