• Position Title: Vehicle Salesmen
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Number of Vacancies: Multiple
• Reporting To: Sales Manager
• Application Deadline: December 19, 2025
• Category/Department: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development
• Salary: Estimated KES 40,000 – 80,000 Monthly + Commission (Note: This is an estimate based on 2025 market data from BrighterMonday Kenya and Glassdoor for vehicle sales roles in Nairobi, where base averages KES 35K–60K + high commission potential on targets. Final package determined by client via Execafrica.)

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Introduction

Execafrica Recruitment Limited, founded in 2019 with Recruitment Experts boasting over 15 years combined experience in Recruitment, Executive Search, Headhunting, and Manpower planning, is recruiting Vehicle Salesmen for a client in the automotive/FMCG sector. These dynamic, self-driven individuals will drive revenue growth, expand market presence, establish strong customer relationships, and achieve sales targets through proactive strategy implementation.

Requiring a Diploma in Sales & Marketing or equivalent, KCSE C+ with C (plain) in Mathematics, minimum 3 years sales experience (FMCG/Alcohol advantage), valid driving license (Class B/C), and excellent communication/negotiation skills, these full-time roles demand high integrity, agility, and pressure-handling ability. Ideal for result-oriented, market-savvy professionals passionate about automotive sales, this opportunity aligns with Kenya’s KES 200 billion automotive sector and Vision 2030’s trade goals. This role suits proactive, customer-focused closers ready for impactful, commission-driven earnings.

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About Execafrica Recruitment Limited

Execafrica Recruitment Limited was founded in 2019 with Recruitment Experts who have more than 15 years of combined experience in Recruitment, Executive Search, Headhunting and Manpower planning.

Execafrica fosters a culture of expertise, integrity, and client success, connecting talent with opportunity. For Vehicle Salesmen, the client provides training, leads, and commission structure, creating a workplace where your hustle drives earnings in a diverse, inclusive team.

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to meet/exceed targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and customer segments for growth.
• Monitor/analyse market trends, competitor activities, customer preferences.
• Develop/maintain robust pipeline through cold calling, networking, referrals.
• Build/maintain strong relationships with key customers/partners.
• Address inquiries/concerns/feedback timely/professionally.
• Develop/implement plan to maximize sales/market share.
• Oversee day-to-day sales operations for efficient workflow.
• Manage sales budget and allocate resources effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities/customer interactions/transactions.
• Conduct end-of-day reconciliation on stocks/sales/revenue; share daily reports.
• Lead/coach/motivate sales team to achieve goals.
• Prepare regular reports on performance/forecasts/market feedback.

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Requirements

• Diploma in Sales & Marketing or equivalent.
• KCSE mean grade C+ with C (plain) in Mathematics.
• Minimum 3 years sales experience (FMCG/Alcohol advantage).
• Excellent communication/negotiation/interpersonal skills.
• High level of honesty/integrity/agility/attention to detail.
• High accountability and ability to cope with pressure.
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
• Market knowledge and strategic thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivation and result-oriented.
• Valid driving license with Class B/C.

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Company Culture and Values

The client (via Execafrica) fosters a culture of performance, integrity, and growth, delivering automotive/FMCG solutions. With sales teams, the client promotes diversity through inclusive targets and team focus, encouraging collaboration via pipeline sharing. Values of accountability, excellence, and customer focus guide operations, with Vehicle Salesmen central to revenue.

The client supports growth with leads and commission, creating a dynamic workplace. For Vehicle Salesmen, this means unlimited earning potential in a supportive environment, aligned with Vision 2030.

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How to Apply

Apply now for the Vehicle Salesmen positions via Execafrica Recruitment Limited.

Email CV to cvs@execafrica.com by December 19, 2025.

Subject: Position applying for (e.g., “Vehicle Salesman Application”).

Execafrica does not charge recruitment fees. Only shortlisted contacted.

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Tags

Execafrica Vehicle Salesman Nairobi, Automotive FMCG Sales Targets, Customer Relationships Market Analysis, Full-Time Diploma KCSE 3 Years, Driving License Negotiation, Vision 2030 Trade Growth

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Expert Tips for Success as Vehicle Salesman at Execafrica Client: A Shortlister’s Perspective

As a recruiter shortlisting for this Vehicle Salesman role, I prioritize applications that demonstrate target-crushing sales, customer relationship mastery, and market trend insight in automotive/FMCG. With a 70% rejection rate due to generic CVs or no 3 years, these 10 tips are designed to place your application in the top 5% by showcasing your Diploma and driving license. Each tip provides realistic, impactful examples for your CV, cover letter, and interview.

Tip 1: Lead with a Quantified Sales Target Achievement

Why It Works: Recruiters seek target exceeders—50% of shortlists go to candidates with revenue/volume metrics. A CV opening with a specific achievement (e.g., “Exceeded sales targets by 150% closing KES 20M vehicles”) grabs attention, proving your execution.

CV Example:
“Exceeded sales targets by 150% closing KES 20M vehicles as Salesman candidate.”
Why: This showcases your execution, aligning with the role’s exceed needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As 3-year automotive salesman, I achieved 120% targets with 95% customer retention, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It links your experience to the job’s meet/exceed needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I closed 50 deals quarterly with 92% targets, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story highlights your execution with metrics.

How to Do It: Open your CV with a “Key Achievement” section featuring one bullet point with a target/revenue metric. Include “Vehicle Salesman” and “sales targets” in your CV and cover letter. Practice a 30-second interview story. Attach a redacted sales report.

Tip 2: Highlight Customer Relationship Building with a Retention Example

Why It Works: Building/maintaining relationships is core—recruiters prioritize loyalty creators. A specific example of building (e.g., “Built 200 client relationships with 90% repeat business”) shows longevity.

CV Example:
“Built 200 client relationships as Salesman candidate with 90% repeat business.”
Why: This quantifies your longevity, aligning with the role’s strong needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I addressed 300 inquiries with 95% satisfaction, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s maintain needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I nurtured 40 relationships quarterly with 92% loyalty, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your longevity with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Customer Relationship Building & Retention Loyalty” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s key customers. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted client list.

Tip 3: Demonstrate Market Trend Monitoring with an Analysis Example

Why It Works: Monitoring/analysing trends/competitors/preferences is valued—recruiters prioritize insightful analysts. A specific example of monitoring (e.g., “Analysed 50 trends with 95% opportunity identification”) shows analysis.

CV Example:
“Analysed 50 market trends as Salesman candidate with 95% opportunity identification.”
Why: This quantifies your analysis, aligning with the role’s monitor needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I tracked 30 competitors with 90% threat response, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s analyse needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I identified 40 opportunities quarterly with 92% conversion, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your analysis with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Market Trend Monitoring & Analysis Opportunity” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s customer preferences. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted trend report.

Tip 4: Highlight Pipeline Development with a Prospect Example

Why It Works: Developing robust pipeline through channels is key—recruiters prioritize pipeline builders. A specific example of development (e.g., “Developed pipeline of 300 prospects with 90% conversion”) shows development.

CV Example:
“Developed pipeline of 300 prospects as Salesman candidate with 90% conversion.”
Why: This quantifies your development, aligning with the role’s robust needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I generated 200 leads via networking with 95% referrals, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s various channels needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I built 40 pipelines quarterly with 92% deals, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your development with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Pipeline Development & Prospect Conversion” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s cold calling/referrals. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted pipeline tracker.

Tip 5: Demonstrate Strategy Execution with a Plan Example

Why It Works: Developing/implementing plan to maximize sales/share is strategic—recruiters prioritize executors. A specific example of execution (e.g., “Executed plan increasing share 25%”) shows execution.

CV Example:
“Executed plan increasing market share 25% as Salesman candidate.”
Why: This quantifies your execution, aligning with the role’s implement needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I maximized 30 sales with 95% strategy, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s maximize needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I drove 40 strategies quarterly with 92% growth, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your execution with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Strategy Execution & Sales Maximization” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s market share. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted strategy plan.

Tip 6: Highlight Operations Oversight with a Workflow Example

Why It Works: Overseeing day-to-day operations/efficient workflow is operational—recruiters prioritize overseers. A specific example of oversight (e.g., “Oversaw operations for 200 daily sales with 98% workflow”) shows oversight.

CV Example:
“Oversaw operations for 200 daily sales as Salesman candidate with 98% workflow efficiency.”
Why: This quantifies your oversight, aligning with the role’s oversee needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I ensured 150 efficient flows with 95% timeliness, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s efficient needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I managed 40 operations quarterly with 92% smoothness, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your oversight with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Operations Oversight & Workflow Efficiency” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s day-to-day. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted workflow chart.

Tip 7: Demonstrate Budget Management with a Resource Example

Why It Works: Managing sales budget/resource allocation is financial—recruiters prioritize managers. A specific example of management (e.g., “Managed KES 10M budget with 95% effective allocation”) shows management.

CV Example:
“Managed KES 10M sales budget as Salesman candidate with 95% effective allocation.”
Why: This quantifies your management, aligning with the role’s manage needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I allocated 50 resources with 90% ROI, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s effectively needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I optimized 40 budgets quarterly with 92% returns, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your management with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Budget Management & Resource Allocation” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s sales budget. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted budget tracker.

Tip 8: Highlight Record Maintenance with an Accuracy Example

Why It Works: Maintaining accurate records of activities/interactions/transactions is administrative—recruiters prioritize accurate recorders. A specific example of maintenance (e.g., “Maintained 1,000 records with 98% accuracy”) shows maintenance.

CV Example:
“Maintained 1,000 sales records as Salesman candidate with 98% accuracy.”
Why: This quantifies your maintenance, aligning with the role’s accurate needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I tracked 500 interactions with 95% completeness, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s records needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I documented 40 transactions quarterly with 92% precision, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your maintenance with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Record Maintenance & Accuracy Documentation” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s customer interactions. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted record sample.

Tip 9: Demonstrate Reconciliation with a Daily Example

Why It Works: Conducting end-of-day reconciliation on stocks/sales/revenue is daily—recruiters prioritize reconcilers. A specific example of reconciliation (e.g., “Reconciled daily stocks/sales with 100% accuracy”) shows reconciliation.

CV Example:
“Reconciled daily stocks/sales as Salesman candidate with 100% accuracy.”
Why: This quantifies your reconciliation, aligning with the role’s end of day needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I shared 50 daily reports with 95% timeliness, preparing me for the role’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s share daily needs.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I balanced 40 reconciliations quarterly with 92% correctness, aligning with company standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your reconciliation with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Reconciliation & Daily Reporting Accuracy” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to the role’s revenue. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted reconciliation sheet.

Tip 10: Craft a Concise, Automotive-Sales Passion Interview Talk

Why It Works: Recruiters prioritize salesmen who convey automotive-sales passion and alignment with the role’s revenue growth mission. A concise, 1-minute talk linking your skills to the goals (e.g., market expansion) makes you memorable.

CV Example (Summary Statement):
“Target-driven Vehicle Salesman candidate with Diploma Sales & Marketing, 95% target exceed, passionate about automotive revenue growth.”
Why: This sets a strong tone, aligning your skills with the mission.

Cover Letter Example:
“With 90% relationship mastery and driving license mobility, I’m committed to automotive market presence expansion.”
Why: It conveys passion and ties your skills to the goals.

Interview Example:
“As Salesman, I grew 92% sales pipelines, ready to drive automotive hustle.”
Why: This talk connects your experience to the needs, showing passion and readiness.

How to Do It: Craft a 1-minute talk highlighting your sales experience, a key achievement (e.g., “92% grew”), and passion for the role’s mission. Include it in your cover letter’s closing and rehearse for interviews. Dress in smart professional attire, arrive early, and bring a folder with your CV, diploma, license. Reference FMCG. Follow up via cvs@execafrica.com emphasizing automotive growth vision.

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