I have got 25 years’ working experience, 5 years spent in Retail Sales & Management and 20 years in the Motor industry as a Senior New Vehicle Sales Executive and New Vehicle Sales Manager.
I am very passionate about this business, and I strongly believe in consumer sovereignty, ample testified by my high CSI ratings measured by Ipsos. I am highly motivated and a person of absolute integrity, presentable, very outspoken with excellent communication skills, creative and results driven with an impressive and verifiable track record of delivering good business results.
l am a competent achiever with practical experience in Sales, Marketing, Operations, New Business Development and Finance in the Motor Industry. A considered strategist with strong abilities in managing operations with a key focus on bottom line profitability, growth in market share and great customer service. l am a committed coach and mentor who has led cross functional teams that have consistently delivered sound business results and have received several accolades for my achievements.
I graduated in 2008 with a Graduate School of Marketing Diploma (IMM GSM) and in 2011 obtained my BBA Degree in Marketing with two distinctions. I have also completed a Diploma in Project Management and a lot of Training programs in the Motor industry including Brand Management.
I am a qualified and certified Ford Fleet Sales Executive, having passed my Ford Fleet Executive Modules 1,2 & 3. I am also Platinum level Senior New Vehicle Sales Executive achiever at Ford and part of a team which won Action Ford 2023 Dealership of the Year Award.
My solid academic background, coupled with the experience and skills I have, I strongly believe that I am an ideal candidate for any position which suits my profile.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
New Vehicle Sales Manager
Renault Westvaal Lyndenburg/Mashishing
Lyndenburg/Mashishing, Mpumalanga
07.2024 - Current
Primarily, run Renault New Vehicle Sales department at Lyndenburg/Mashishing Mpumalanga.
And our Virtual Showroom in Steelpoort with a total number of 8 Vehicle Sales Executives reporting to me.
We sell a portfolio of New and Used Vehicles, Renaults, Isuzu and ALL other brands we can source from our Westvaal Group Franchise Dealerships.
My role as a Sales Manager is to lead the sales team, motivate, coach and assist with selling vehicles to ensure deals are closed with reasonable margin while maintaining great customer service.
Develop strategies that drive dealership revenue, profitability, and market share.
Manage and minimize department costs and operating expenses.
Develop and implement marketing plans to generate leads and sales.
We advertise on various platforms, on-online forums like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, auto trader, cars.co.za and on our Group and Dealership websites.
I have initiated programs to build long term relationships between the Dealership and the community we serve, for example implemented a Westvaal Renault Mashishing Schools Community Outreach Program.
We sponsor and participate in various community programs, Golf days in our community golf course, 4x4 events, school sports, running club, cycling club in Lyndenburg/Mashishing.
We prospect in neighboring companies for leads especially mining houses and logistics companies.
We set up displays in malls from time to time and distribute leaflets of our specials everywhere.
I have set up a workshop duty roaster to engage our workshop customers.
Manage risk and ensure dealer compliance with franchise standards and target requirements.
Daily sales meetings, budgeting, forecasting, sales targets, etc.
Develop and encourage strong working relationships at all levels in the business.
Provide effective leadership and people management to attract, develop and retain high quality employees.
Create a positive work environment and culture to energize employees, give meaning to work, and maximize employee productivity.
To ensure dealership meets Corporate Identity requirements.
100% target achieved July 2024
117% target exceeded August 2024
117% target exceeded September 2024
117% target exceeded October 2024
117% target exceeded November 2024
117% target exceeded December 2024
117% target exceeded January 2025
117% target exceeded March 2025
117% target exceeded April 2025
CSI 100% July 2024 to March 2025
Senior New Vehicle Sales Executive
Action Ford Constantia
Constantia
10.2022 - 06.2024
New Vehicle Sales
Sell value added products e.g. maintenance plans, extended warranties, tracking devices etc.
Organize and facilitate vehicle finance and insurance for customers.
Sell and recommend Ford Options GFV deals.
Generate sales plans, sales reports and advertising strategies to attract customers and generate sales.
Pursue business fleet opportunities.
Follow up on inquiries via email, internet leads and phone calls to ensure customers have all the information they need to make an informed purchase.
Educate customers on the features, options, and packages on a range of make and model of vehicles to assist them in making a purchase that fits their needs and budget.
Schedule appointments for customers to review potential purchases.
Follow up with customers after purchase to ensure good after-sales experience.
Research vehicle releases to remain up to date on the latest products and trends.
Trade in appraisals.
Adhering to Manufacturer Dealership operating standards.
Vehicle stock planning, ordering, demos, loan vehicles, etc.
Vehicle stock management, aging stock, interest free days stock, etc.
Marketing plans, sales plans, leads generation, etc.
Ensuring Manufacturer/ Group budgets are achieved.
Product and marketing training Manufacturer/ Group.
CVP/CSI processes are established.
Daily sales meetings, budgeting, forecasting, sales targets, etc.
Platinum Sales Level Status
100% CVP The Whole Year 2023
Part of A Team Which Achieved Ford 2023 Dealership of The Year
Fleet Commercial Sales Executive
Bridgestone Wadeville
Wadeville
07.2020 - 10.2022
New Business Development.
Opening credit tyre accounts.
Looking after and managing more than 30 Sites, big Logistics Companies.
Managing and supporting All employees on Sites, +60 employees.
Customer care and after sales service.
Fleet Business Solutions.
Fleet Maintenance.
Key Accounts Management.
Pricing & Deal Structuring.
Sending Proposals and ensuring that profit margins and market share are achieved.
Tyre presentations, negotiation and closing deals.
Sites visits and maintenance.
Delivering tyres to sites.
Daily planning and compiling sales reports.
Marketing, networking and sales promotions.
Collecting and managing debtor’s book.
Product training.
Sales meetings.
Budgeting, forecasting etc.
Marketing plans.
Leads generation.
25 Major Fleet Tyre Accounts in 1 Year 2021/2022.
Recognised for achieving and exceeding targets with a Merit increase
Senior New Vehicle Sales Executive
Ford Barloworld Bruma
Bruma
04.2017 - 06.2020
New vehicle sales.
Fleet vehicle sales, Avis Account etc.
Understand cars by studying their features and capabilities.
Comparing and contrasting competitive models.
New Business Development, keeping good rapport with previous and new customers.
Qualify buyers by understanding their interests and matching their requirements to various models.
Close sales by overcoming objections, complete purchase contracts, explain provisions, offer services, warranties, collect payments and deliver vehicles.
Update own job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, attending seminars and reading professional publications.
Ensure that customers understand vehicle operating features, paperwork and warranties.
Establish and maintain follow-up system, which encourages repeat business cum referrals.
Report to the sales manager regarding reviews, analyses, objectives, and planned marketing and promotional activities.
Participates in sales meetings and training provided by the dealership and manufacturers.
Review sales statistics and plan more effectively to improve sales.
Platinum Sales Level Status.
Qualified and Certified as a Ford Fleet Executive with Fleet Executive Modules 1,2 & 3 and appointed to look after the Avis Fleet Account
Senior New Vehicle Sales Executive & Assistant New Vehicle Sales Manager
Volkswagen McCarthy Constantia
Constantia
06.2010 - 03.2017
Averaged 12 units’ sales per month.
Team leader, coaching, training & mentoring new sales executives.
Managing a team of 12 Sales Executives.
Deal structuring to ensure deals are profitable and lowering expenses etc.
Ensuring CVP objectives and processes are achieved.
Responsible for management of complete sales process prospecting, business development, vehicle finance, delivery of vehicles and after sales service.
Advise procurement officers on fleet purchasing options and structure appropriate transactions incorporating desired vehicle specifications e.g. maintenance costs and all variables associated with fleet management.
Actively manage account relationships to ensure future purchases and after sales satisfaction including consistent communication, office visits and other social networking opportunities including coordinating marketing events and promotional activities.
Target driven, ensuring that business objectives in terms of unit sales, profit and customer service are achieved.
Daily sales meetings, budgeting, forecasting, sales targets, etc.
Top Sales Executive in the Dealership and Promoted to be 2IC
Senior New & Used Vehicle Sales Executive
Action Ford & Mazda Constantia
Constantia
01.2004 - 05.2010
Selling and delivering of vehicles.
Vehicle finance, pricing & insurance.
Managing key accounts e.g. fleet, Absa Capital, Standard Bank fleet etc.