Sales Representative

Automotive ~ Capital Equipment
Durban – Kwa Zulu Natal – South Africa

A well-established supplier within the passenger vehicle replacement parts sector is seeking an experienced Sales Representative to manage and grow its regional customer base across KwaZulu-Natal. This home-based role is ideally suited to candidates residing in Durban, Pinetown or Pietermaritzburg.
 
You will be responsible for developing relationships with distributors, auto-spares retailers, workshops, fitment centres, and independent garages to drive regional sales growth and customer retention.
 
Minimum Requirements:
  • Matric with a relevant tertiary qualification or diploma
  • Minimum 5 years’ sales experience within the passenger vehicle replacement parts environment
  • Strong knowledge of aftermarket distribution channels, customer networks and sales processes
  • Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship management skills
  • Self-driven with strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Drive sales growth and achieve regional revenue targets
  • Manage customer relationships, quotations and forecasts
  • Provide competitor and market intelligence
  • Conduct product and sales training with customers
  • Maintain accurate CRM reporting and customer activity records
  • Support customer trade events and regional sales initiatives