Automotive Aftersales Sales Executive | Automotive Batteries -Gauteng, East Rand

SUMMARY:
Automotive Aftersales Sales Executive | Automotive Batteries - Gauteng, East Rand
 
#DriveYourCareerForward with an exciting opportunity for a driven automotive aftermarket sales professional ready to accelerate sales growth, build strong industry relationships and win new business!

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Sales Executive with a proven track record in automotive battery or component sales. This is a hands-on, field-based sales role suited to a proactive hunter who knows the automotive aftermarket, has established industry contacts and can turn relationships into consistent sales and repeat orders.

Remuneration
R20,000–R30,000 per month, depending on experience, plus sales commission and additional perks.

POSITION INFO:
Duties include Conduct regular field visits to fitment centres, independent automotive workshops, battery distributors and automotive spares retailers to generate sales and secure recurring stock orders. Build and maintain strong relationships with branch managers, store managers, workshop owners and counter sales staff. Identify and secure new business opportunities across Gauteng and neighbouring provinces. Drive sales volumes, increase product penetration and grow market share within the automotive battery aftermarket. Develop existing accounts through consistent customer engagement, follow-ups and effective management of ordering cycles. Conduct product presentations, workshops and technical training for counter sales staff and workshop technicians to encourage product knowledge and brand recommendations. Identify opportunities to expand product availability and secure shelf space at independent retailers, workshops and distribution outlets. Monitor customer requirements, competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities for business growth. Assist the finance team with order tracking, invoice verification and account queries to ensure customers operate within approved credit terms. Follow up on outstanding orders and account-related issues to minimise delivery delays and maintain strong customer relationships. Achieve sales targets, generate new business and provide regular sales activity and performance updates to the Regional Sales Manager. Requirements: Matric (Grade 12) is essential. A minimum of 3-5 years' direct, field-based sales experience within the South African automotive battery aftermarket or automotive components sector. A proven track record in business development, account management and achieving sales targets. Established industry contacts and the ability to engage directly with fitment centre managers, independent workshop owners, battery distributors and automotive spares retailers. Strong negotiation, presentation, communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive, target-driven approach with the ability to identify opportunities, secure new accounts and generate repeat business. Good organisational and administrative skills, including order tracking and account management. Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Gauteng and neighbouring provinces. A valid South African driver's licence with a clean driving record is essential. Residing in or near East Rand / Eastern Suburbs preferred Automotive parts / components experience. If your current experience and skillsets tick majority of the job specification boxes, then: Apply directly now - Send your CV to Feel free to contact Hayley directly on or send a WhatsApp to for more information. Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 7 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. #Driveyourcareerforward Simply click on the \"APPLY\" button Submission closing date: No later than 10 November 2026