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A leading organisation in the commercial transport industry is looking for an experienced Truck Sales Representative to join its team in Cape Town, with a strong focus on new truck sales and business growth in the region. The role centres on the heavy and extra-heavy commercial vehicle segment, and it will suit a commercially driven, technically minded sales professional who already understands the truck market and enjoys building lasting relationships with fleet operators and transport companies.
The employer is a leading organisation in the commercial transport industry, recruiting through KingsleyIrons Recruitment. The position is based around De Waterkant, while the listing describes the successful candidate as joining the team in Cape Town, so applicants should confirm the exact working base when they apply. This is a permanent, intermediate-level sales role, and the work is built around selling new trucks, growing business within identified market segments, and providing tailored truck solutions to customers.
The opportunity is aimed at a proactive, target-driven sales professional with strong negotiation skills. Rather than a general retail sales job, it is a specialist commercial vehicle role: success depends on understanding truck models, specifications and applications, and on matching the right vehicle to each customer’s operating needs.
The Truck Sales Representative will work directly with the Sales Manager and/or Sales Director to develop product strategy and growth plans, and will be responsible for achieving agreed sales targets and business plans. Day-to-day work includes driving new truck sales and business development across identified market segments, actively identifying new opportunities, and working closely with customers and technical teams to identify suitable truck specifications.
The role also involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of truck models, specifications and applications so that customers receive accurate, practical advice. The representative will monitor and report on sales activities, performance against targets and financial results, and will liaise with financial institutions to facilitate the requirements needed when customers apply for credit.
Further duties include liaising and negotiating with bodybuilders, hydraulic suppliers and trailer manufacturers to make sure suitable solutions are put together for customers, coordinating all required sales documentation and internal processes so that vehicle preparation runs smoothly, and keeping up to date with the online training system, completing each module within the agreed time frame. Some of the listing wording is cut off in the source view, so readers should check the original advert for the complete wording of these duties.
Only the requirements stated in the listing are set out here. Applicants need Grade 12 as an essential requirement, while a Diploma in Marketing, Sales Management or Transport Management is advantageous. A minimum of 3 years of proven sales experience within the commercial truck industry is essential, along with previous experience selling new trucks, preferably within the heavy or extra-heavy commercial vehicle segment.
Candidates should have a strong understanding of the commercial truck market, customer requirements and truck applications, and a proven track record of achieving sales targets, generating new business and developing long-term customer relationships. Experience in business-to-business sales is required, including dealing with fleet operators, transport companies and key decision-makers, together with the ability to understand customer requirements and recommend suitable truck specifications and solutions.
Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills are required. A valid driver’s licence is essential, and candidates must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems.
This vacancy is advertised on CareerJunction by KingsleyIrons Recruitment, and the salary is listed as R50,000 – R58,300 per month. Apply only through the official CareerJunction listing linked from the Apply button on this page, and be cautious of anyone who asks for payment in exchange for a job offer or an interview. A genuine recruitment process for this role should not require an upfront fee from applicants.
Before applying, gather evidence of your commercial truck sales record, including the segments you have sold into, the targets you have met, and examples of long-term fleet or transport accounts you have built. Be ready to talk through truck specifications you have recommended in the past and how you matched them to a customer’s work, since technical understanding is a central part of this role. Make sure your driver’s licence details are current, and check that your CV clearly shows your MS Office and CRM experience.
Applications are made through the original CareerJunction listing, where the recruiter reviews submissions against the stated requirements. Shortlisted candidates can expect to be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include interviews and discussions about their sales track record and technical knowledge. Because the listing is a permanent role with a set expiry window, applying promptly gives your application the best chance of being considered.
This page is for information only and is not the employer or the recruiter. Details such as the salary range, location and requirements are taken from the original listing as published, and the final terms of employment are decided by the employer. The listing location is shown as De Waterkant, while the listing body refers to joining the team in Cape Town; confirm the exact work location with the recruiter before accepting any offer. Some listing wording is cut off in the source view, so always read the full original advert before applying.
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