Employer: Motus Retail Western Cape / Motus Corporation
Industry: Automotive Retail, Dealership Operations & Vehicle Sales
Location: Cape Town & Winelands, Western Cape (Parow, Tygervalley, Diep River, Paarden Eiland, Richmond)
Position Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Traineeship
Target Candidates: Motivated Sales Trainees with 3+ Months Sales Experience (Employment Equity Target)
Compensation: Market-Related Monthly Sales Trainee Stipend
Posted Date: 14 October 2026
Closing Date: 05 November 2026
About Motus Retail Western Cape & The Sales Trainee Role
Motus Corporation is South Africa’s largest automotive group, operating an extensive network of multi-brand dealerships, vehicle import networks, and mobility services.
Motus Retail Western Cape is recruiting driven candidates for their Vehicle Sales Trainee Programme (6 Months FTC) across top Cape Town dealerships in Parow, Tygervalley, Diep River, Paarden Eiland, and Richmond. Designed to launch successful long-term automotive careers, this structured 6-month programme provides hands-on dealership showroom experience, customer service training, lead qualification methods, and sales closing techniques under senior Dealership Sales Managers.
Key Responsibilities & Dealership Sales Training
The Vehicle Sales Trainee will develop core capabilities across four main operational streams:
1. Vehicle Sales & Showroom Operations
- Customer Engagement: Welcome showroom walk-ins, assist online leads, and introduce prospective buyers to new and pre-owned vehicle ranges.
- Sales Prospecting: Learn client qualification techniques, trade-in valuations, and lead generation via social media and cold outreach.
2. Customer Service & Product Knowledge
- Vehicle Demonstrations: Learn detailed technical product specifications, safety features, and technology packages across Motus dealership brands.
- Client Relations: Maintain professional communication, handle customer queries, and build long-term relationships to drive repeat business.
3. Administration & Dealership Compliance
- Sales Documentation: Assist with sales offers to purchase, vehicle registration paperwork, and customer files.
- Credit & Security Checks: Ensure all customer interactions adhere to FICA and national credit compliance standards.
4. Career Progression & Training
- Skills Development: Participate fully in structured sales modules, vehicle test-drive protocols, and sales performance reviews to transition into a permanent Vehicle Sales Executive.
Candidate Profile & Minimum Entry Requirements
To qualify for consideration for this sales traineeship, applicants must meet the following mandatory criteria:
- Citizenship & Demographic Criteria:
- Must be a South African Citizen (Mandatory).
- Employment Equity Mandate: Position is strictly open to EE candidates. In line with Motus EE targets, preference will be given to suitably qualified female candidates.
- Educational Qualifications:
- Completed Grade 12 / Matric Certificate or equivalent qualification (Mandatory).
- Work Experience:
- At least 3 months of sales experience in any retail, direct sales, call centre, or customer-facing industry (Mandatory).
- Licensing & Security Clearances:
- Must have a Clear Criminal Record and Clear Credit Record (Mandatory).
- Having a Valid Driver’s License is highly advantageous for vehicle test-drives.
- Core Competencies:
- Basic computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office / web tools.
- Excellent verbal communication, active listening, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Eagerness to learn, highly self-motivated, and target-driven mindset.
- Location:
- Must reside in Western Cape and be able to commute to dealerships in Parow, Tygervalley, Diep River, Paarden Eiland, or Richmond.
Programme Benefits
- Top Automotive Group Exposure: Gain accredited dealership sales training inside South Africa’s leading automotive retail network.
- Direct Career Pathway: Opportunity for top-performing trainees to secure permanent Vehicle Sales Executive roles within Motus.
- Professional Mentorship: Direct 1-on-1 coaching from experienced Dealership Principals and Sales Managers.
Career Advice for Applicants
- Highlight Any Sales Experience: Feature your 3+ months of sales experience (retail shop assistant, promoter, call centre agent, insurance sales) prominently at the top of your CV.
- Detail Driver’s License Status: Mention clearly on your CV whether you possess a valid South African driver’s license.
- Emphasize Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Ensure your CV reflects strong customer service abilities, enthusiasm, and target orientation.
Sample Selection & Interview Questions
Retail Sales & Customer Engagement
- Question (Sales Orientation): “How do you approach turning a casual showroom visitor who is ‘just looking’ into an engaged sales prospect?”
- Question (Customer Service): “Describe a scenario where you dealt with a demanding customer in a retail environment and successfully resolved their issue.”
How to Apply
Apply online directly via the official Motus Careers Portal:
- Employer: Motus Retail Western Cape (Motus Corporation)
- Location: Cape Town (Parow, Tygervalley, Diep River, Paarden Eiland, Richmond)
- Position: Vehicle Sales Trainee (6 Months FTC)
- Closing Date: 05 November 2026