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Marius Smal
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Marius Smal

Strand

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Sales ExecutiveUsed Truck Sales ExecutiveSales ExecutiveSales Manager

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Strand, ZAHelderberg, WCNorthern Suburbs WC
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

R150000/yr - R200000/yr

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsCompany CultureWork-life balance

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry, notably at Scania SA, where I transformed a struggling used truck division into a profitable operation. Skilled in vehicle evaluation and negotiation, I excel in customer relationship management, consistently exceeding sales targets and enhancing service delivery.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Sales Executive

Heavy Truck and Automotive Sales
Strand
01.2019 - 12.2026
  • Provided tailored advice to address specific business needs, enhancing customer decision-making.
  • Buying and Selling of used vehicles
  • Facilitated purchases for existing customers, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty in used vehicle transactions.
  • Reason for leaving: Owner sold business to retire
  • Reference: Mr. Dave Fletcher 0744920920

Used Truck Sales Executive

Rola Commercial
Cape Town
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Managed used truck department, overseeing sales and operations to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted evaluations of trade-in vehicles to determine fair market value.
  • Refurbished used stock to maintain quality standards and increase marketability.
  • Facilitated transition from Rola Commercial to new company post-acquisition, ensuring continuity in operations.

Sales Executive

Iveco Truck City
Cape Town
04.2015 - 03.2017
  • Maintained customer base while pursuing new client opportunities to drive sales growth.
  • Assessed customers’ needs for various truck applications to tailor solutions.
  • Collaborated with company directors to align sales strategies with business objectives.
  • New truck sales, evaluation of trade-ins
  • Transitioned for increased earning potential
  • Provided reference for employment verification

Sales Manager

Powerstar Trucks
Cape Town
06.2014 - 12.2014
  • Management of sales, workshop and admin staff.
  • Ordering of stock, every day run of the mill duties.
  • Facilitated sales meetings with staff to discuss performance and strategies.
  • Performed costing analysis for various departments to assess budgets.
  • Coordinated communication with head office directors to align on and achieve company objectives.
  • Achieved sales growth through targeted strategies and team engagement.
  • Organized a better flow of parts department.
  • Enhanced service delivery for clients in workshop and after-sales support.
  • Skills Used: Management as well as organizing skills, Sales skills, Communication.
  • Reason for leaving: Owner passed away
  • Reference: Dave Fletcher (Dealer Principal) Contact nr. 074 492 0920

Sales Executive – USED TRUCKS

Scania SA
Cape Town
04.2010 - 06.2014
  • Directed operations of used sales division, improving overall efficiency and profitability.
  • Cold calling on corporate and private sectors in the transport and logistics industry.
  • Transformed used truck division from loss to profitability by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
  • Achieved sales of 4 to 10 trucks each month through effective client engagement.
  • Evaluated and priced trade-ins for used stock.
  • Facilitated sales of new trucks to clients, delivering personalized buying experiences that enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Skills Used: Selling skills and Communication at the highest level, Management of costs with workshop, Negotiations with corporate clients, Reaching and exceeding set targets.
  • Reporting to management at the head office in Gauteng on a daily basis.
  • Reason for leaving: Was offered the position of Sales Manager
  • Reference: Mr. Toerien (Manager) Contact nr. 071 176 6137

Sales Executive

MAN Truck & Bus
Cape Town
03.2006 - 04.2010
  • Oversaw used sales department operations.
  • Sold an average of 4 to 10 trucks each month.
  • Achieved profitability in used sales division and increased overall sales figures.
  • Valuation of trade ins on new truck sales.
  • Managing the refurbishment process of trade ins.
  • Oversaw after sales processes to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Skills Used: Organizing skills, client services, costing negotiation, selling, Time management.
  • Reason for leaving: Was relocated to Gauteng in 2008 with recession in economy. MAN closed all used branches except Gauteng and was relocated to Gauteng. Left MAN for Scania in Cape Town for family reasons.
  • Reference: Mr. Warren Atkinson (Sales Manager) Contact nr. 084 414 0218

Owner and Manager

MS Transport
Cape Town
03.2003 - 02.2006
  • Led team of 18 staff members to achieve operational goals.
  • Oversaw logistics and operations to streamline processes.
  • Coordinated driver assignments and logistics to enhance service delivery.

Senior Credit Controller

Bankfin
Cape Town
03.1990 - 12.1993
  • Collected outstanding payments and facilitated vehicle repossession
  • Tracked payments to effectively reduce outstanding arrears
  • Engaged with clients to foster relationships and identify specific needs
  • Skills Used: assessment of new finance applications, Management of customer relations

Education

Matric - Cape Town, Western Cape

Durbanville High
Cape Town, Western Cape
01-1987

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales forecasting
  • Negotiation skills
  • Market analysis
  • Trade appraisal
  • Stock management
  • Vehicle evaluation

Dependants

2

Languages

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Military Service

ZA, Kimberley, corporal, 02/01/88, 11/30/90, Infantry Training, Did weapons training in Kimberley after completing officers training in Pretoria, Commendations: rank of corporal

Personal Information

  • Available: IMMEDIATELY
  • ID Number: 6803195057089
  • Criminal Record: None
  • Date of Birth: 03/19/68
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Code 14 with PDP
  • Marital Status: Married

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Afrikaans
Native
Native

Certification

Code 14 Drivers License

Affiliations

NSRI

Timeline

Sales Executive

Heavy Truck and Automotive Sales
01.2019 - 12.2026

Used Truck Sales Executive

Rola Commercial
01.2018 - 12.2018

Sales Executive

Iveco Truck City
04.2015 - 03.2017

Sales Manager

Powerstar Trucks
06.2014 - 12.2014

Sales Executive – USED TRUCKS

Scania SA
04.2010 - 06.2014

Sales Executive

MAN Truck & Bus
03.2006 - 04.2010

Owner and Manager

MS Transport
03.2003 - 02.2006

Senior Credit Controller

Bankfin
03.1990 - 12.1993

Matric - Cape Town, Western Cape

Durbanville High

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