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Devon Z. — Senior Automotive Sales Executive from South Africa

Devon Z.

Senior Automotive Sales Executive

South Africa Less than 1 year
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Devon Z. is an experienced sales and operations professional based in Johannesburg, with a background spanning the automotive sales, FMCG distribution, virtual reality retail, property management, and IT support sectors. As a Senior Sales Executive at We Buy Cars, Devon developed expertise in managing client relationships, processing orders, and maintaining in-depth knowledge of car inventories across five national branches. His role as Operations Manager Assistant at Castle Paper Rolls involved supervising order processing with IQ Business Software and managing key accounts like Pick n Pay and Woolworths. Leading teams at Weelee, Stock Market Excellence, and Blue Ocean VR, he oversaw vehicle sales and mentored sales staff, demonstrating skill in team leadership and project management. Devon's IT consulting experience includes software and hardware installation, as well as customer support.

Experience

  • Senior sales executive

    We Buy cars · 2021 — 2026
    Engaged with clients interested in purchasing vehicles by presenting sales deals. Maintained a database of new and existing customers, occasionally reaching out to fulfill their needs. Assisted customers in selecting vehicles that match their specifications through attentive interaction. Ensured timely delivery of purchased units by overseeing client order processing. Developed comprehensive knowledge of the dynamic vehicle inventory to facilitate customer purchases. Maintained up-to-date information on stock to provide informed recommendations. Conducted test drives with clients, showcasing vehicle features and addressing any inquiries. Possessed understanding of pricing structures, costs, and potential add-ons to offer customers. Consistently met company targets and thrived in multiple branches nationwide, gaining valuable experience across diverse cultures.
  • Operations manager assistant

    Castle paper rolls · 2020 — 2021
    Organized and categorized documents by scanning, renaming, and ensuring they were correctly filed. Processed and invoiced orders utilizing IQ Business Software. Supervised the label printing process and assisted with stock takes. Managed key accounts, including Pick n Pay and Woolworths, while efficiently providing product quotes. Liaised with customers to address queries and contributed to both internal and external sales efforts. Handled border documents and insurance for cross-border deliveries, along with waybills.
  • Team leader

    Weelee · 2018 — 2019
    Managed motor vehicle sales, achieving individual sales of 60 to 90 units monthly prior to promotion. Led a team that collectively sold between 200 to 300 units each month. Fostered strong customer relations and effectively handled problem-solving and solution recalls. Conducted vehicle inspections, focusing on damages and other concerns. Determined vehicle pricing based on recon, trade, and retail considerations. Consistently met monthly sales targets while mentoring team members to achieve their daily, weekly, and monthly goals.
  • Team Leader & External Sales Consultant

    Stock market Excellence/college · 2018 — 2018
    Supervised and supported team members to achieve sales objectives. Managed administrative tasks, including updating logs and tracking consultant progress. Engaged in external sales by setting appointments and directly selling products to customers. Conducted Cold Calling to generate leads and provided solutions aimed at increasing business revenue.
  • Shop assistant

    Blue ocean VR · 2017 — 2017
    Facilitated customer experiences in the virtual reality realm through equipment and software. Promoted the store by attracting potential customers from the storefront. Shared managerial responsibilities within a rotational team leader role, overseeing tasks such as rostering, bookings, and lunch arrangements. Handled frontline reception duties, including telephone inquiries and coordinating bookings for corporate and private events. Ensured the store's cleanliness and organization while timely attending to customer needs.
  • Managing member

    Cadilac car sales & property · 2015 — 2017
    Managed online advertisements for vehicle sales and handled customer relations throughout the sales process and after-sales service. Scheduled repairs and maintenance updates for vehicles, covering both mechanical and bodywork aspects. Researched and procured potential vehicles through online and print media. Negotiated favorable prices for purchasing and selling vehicles while supervising on-site staff to ensure compliance with the owner's specifications. Collected rent from tenants and carried out ad hoc maintenance on properties as necessary.
  • IT consultant

    Erbec · 2014 — 2014
    Managed deliveries and collections of supplies and client orders. Installed software on end-user machines and set up hardware components, including Wi-Fi, notebooks, and workstations. Administered job cards and coordinated subsequent call-outs, providing both telephonic and on-site customer support.

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