Truck Sales Representative Jobs in Kensington

A leading organisation in the commercial transport industry is looking for an experienced Truck Sales Representative to drive new truck sales and business growth. This is a permanent, intermediate-level opportunity, advertised by KingsleyIrons Recruitment on CareerJunction on 28 October 2026, with a salary of R50,000 to R58,300 per month. If you have a proven record selling new commercial trucks and enjoy building long-term relationships with fleet operators and transport companies, this role puts you at the centre of the heavy and extra-heavy vehicle market.

About the company and the work

The employer is a leading organisation in the commercial transport industry. The role focuses on driving new truck sales and business growth within the region, with a strong emphasis on the heavy and extra-heavy commercial vehicle segment. The successful candidate will work directly with the Sales Manager and the Sales Director, developing product strategy and growth plans and turning market opportunities into signed deals.

The vacancy is advertised by KingsleyIrons Recruitment, whose stated mission is to maximise clients’ performance by placing only the very best talent. The agency recruits candidates across various industries and places both permanent and contract positions throughout South Africa. Note that while the listing gives the location as Kensington, the advert text describes the team as based in Cape Town, so confirm the work location when you apply.

Role details and duties

Based on the original advert, the Truck Sales Representative’s duties cover:

• Sales targets and business plans: taking responsibility for the achievement of agreed sales targets and business plans.
• New business development: driving new truck sales and business development across identified market segments and actively identifying new opportunities.
• Customer solutions: working closely with customers and technical teams to identify suitable truck specifications and prepare proposals tailored to customer requirements.
• Product knowledge: maintaining up-to-date knowledge of truck models, specifications and applications so customers receive accurate, useful advice.
• Reporting: monitoring and reporting on sales activities, performance against targets and financial results.
• Finance liaison: liaising with financial institutions to facilitate the requirements needed for customers applying for finance.
• Supplier negotiation: liaising and negotiating with bodybuilders, hydraulic suppliers and trailer manufacturers to ensure suitable vehicle configurations.
• Sales administration: coordinating all required sales documentation and internal processes to ensure successful vehicle preparation and delivery.
• Training: keeping abreast of the online training system and completing each module within the agreed time frame.

Requirements

Only the requirements stated in the original advert are listed here:

• Grade 12, which is essential.
• A Diploma in Marketing, Sales Management or Transport Management, which is advantageous.
• A minimum of 3 years’ proven sales experience within the commercial truck industry, which is essential.
• Previous experience selling new trucks, preferably within the heavy or extra-heavy commercial vehicle segment.
• A strong understanding of the commercial truck market, customer requirements and truck applications.
• A proven track record of achieving sales targets, generating new business and developing long-term customer relationships.
• Experience in B2B sales, including dealing with fleet operators, transport companies and key decision-makers.
• The ability to understand customer requirements and recommend suitable truck specifications and solutions.
• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
• A valid driver’s licence, which is essential.
• Computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems.

The salary for this role is stated as R50,000 to R58,300 per month.

Where to find and apply safely

This vacancy is advertised on CareerJunction by KingsleyIrons Recruitment. Use the Apply button on this page, which takes you to the original CareerJunction advert, and submit your application through that official route. Be cautious of anyone who contacts you about this role outside the official advert, and never pay a fee to apply for a job or to secure an interview.

Practical tips

• Prepare concrete examples of new trucks you have sold, especially in the heavy or extra-heavy segment, with the targets you achieved.
• Be ready to talk about fleet operators and transport companies you have worked with, and how you built those relationships over time.
• Show that you understand truck specifications and applications, and how you match a vehicle configuration to a customer’s operation.
• Have examples ready of negotiations with bodybuilders or suppliers, and of working with finance institutions to get deals over the line.
• Confirm the work location when you apply, since the listing location and the team location described in the advert differ.

How the process works

Applications are made through the original CareerJunction advert via the Apply button on this page. The advert states that candidates who meet the requirements should apply through that route; the recruiting agency and the employer then handle shortlisting and interviews. Keep your CV focused on commercial truck sales results, and make sure your driver’s licence and contact details are current.

Important information

This post is informational only. We are not the employer or the recruiting agency, and we do not handle applications or shortlisting. Always check the original advert for the most current status, requirements and closing details before applying, and only share personal information through the official application route.

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