Senior Automotive Sales Leadership Opportunity at Ellahi Consulting
Ellahi Consulting is seeking an experienced and results-driven General Sales / Selling Sales Manager to join a reputable automotive dealership based in Somerset West, Western Cape, on a permanent basis. This mid-senior level management role is ideal for a seasoned motor retail professional with strong leadership capability, proven vehicle sales management experience, and a passion for driving dealership performance.
The position offers a market-related salary plus commission, along with medical aid, a company vehicle, pension fund, and petrol allowance, making it a highly attractive opportunity for an accomplished sales leader in the automotive industry.
About the Role
The General Sales / Selling Sales Manager is responsible for overseeing and driving the overall performance of the dealership’s Sales Department. The role focuses on achieving sales and profitability targets while building strong customer loyalty, enhancing brand reputation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
This position requires a hands-on sales leader who can balance strategic planning with active selling, customer engagement, and team leadership. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing marketing initiatives, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring operational excellence within the sales function.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Department Leadership and Performance Management
The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the Sales Department, ensuring that sales targets, profitability goals, and customer satisfaction objectives are consistently achieved. This includes setting performance expectations, monitoring results, and driving continuous improvement across the sales team.
Strong leadership is essential to motivate staff, build accountability, and foster a high-performance sales culture.
Marketing Strategy and Business Development
The role includes creating and implementing effective marketing strategies to grow the dealership’s sales business. This involves identifying market opportunities, developing promotional initiatives, and aligning marketing efforts with overall business objectives.
The Sales Manager will also identify and pursue new sales opportunities, ensuring the dealership remains competitive and responsive to market trends.
Customer Relationship Management
A key focus of the role is maintaining excellent customer service standards. The Sales Manager will actively manage customer relationships by conducting frequent visits with existing and potential customers, ensuring satisfaction, and building long-term loyalty.
Presenting tailored mobility solutions that meet customer needs is central to driving sales success and repeat business.
Sales Target Achievement and Market Awareness
The position requires consistent achievement of sales targets and performance goals, with ongoing analysis of results and corrective action where required. The Sales Manager must stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activity, and customer expectations to inform sales strategies and decision-making.
Operational and Financial Oversight
The role requires strong understanding of business operations, dealership policies and procedures, financial analysis, and customer handling processes. This ensures that sales activities are aligned with operational standards, compliance requirements, and financial performance objectives.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:
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Relevant Marketing qualification – advantageous
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Minimum 3 years’ sales experience
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Minimum 3 years’ vehicle sales management experience
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Proven management capability with a self-driven and ethical leadership approach
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Strong knowledge of dealership policies and procedures
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Understanding of business operations, marketing, financial analysis, and customer service
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Strong computer literacy
Skills and Professional Attributes
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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Strong leadership and people management skills
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Results-driven and target-focused mindset
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Excellent customer relationship management ability
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Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
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High levels of integrity and professionalism
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Strong communication and presentation skills
Working Environment and Employment Details
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Position Type: Permanent
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Company: Ellahi Consulting
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Industry: Automotive / Motor Retail Dealerships
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Location: Somerset West, Western Cape
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Job Functional Area: Management
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Minimum Experience Level: Mid-Senior
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Remuneration: Market-related salary plus commission, medical aid, company vehicle, pension fund, and petrol allowance
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Candidates who meet the above requirements and are ready to lead dealership sales operations successfully are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
Closing Date: 28 February 2026
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