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Salesperson (Car)
Occupation Code: 5223
Alternative titles: Auto Salesperson, Car/Auto Sales Representative, Car/Auto Sales Executive, Car/ Auto Sales Consultant, Showroom Assistant
Job description and duties
Salespersons (Car) operate from a showroom and sell new or used cars. A Car Salesperson is typically expected to:
• Discuss and understand customer requirements and budgets
• Provide information and answer queries about different vehicles
• Demonstrate vehicles’ features
• Organise test drives
• Keep contact with the customer throughout
the sales process
• Negotiate the price with the customer
• Prepare the necessary documentation
including the sales agreement
• Discuss financing options and terms and
conditions with the customer
• Update stock records and submit orders for
new and/or used vehicles
• Ensure that the vehicles are clean
• Organise display of vehicles
• Ensure a high quality after sales service
Work environment
Salespersons (Car) typically work on a full-time basis from Monday to Saturday. In addition to working directly with clients in the showroom, Salespersons (Car) also carry out a number of duties which are office-based.
One may be expected to work longer hours in accordance with sales exigencies, such as when working during trade fairs and open days.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Although qualifications are useful, experience and attitude tend to be given considerable weight by employers.
Nonetheless, a qualification at MQF Level 2 or higher in Business or related subjects may be required by employers. Training programmes include:
• Foundation Certificate in Business (MCAST) (MQF Level 2)
• Diploma in Business (MCAST) (MQF Level 3) • Advanced Diploma in Marketing (MCAST)
(MQF Level 4)
Number of employees (2017)
102
Share of foreigners (2017)
10%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+21%
Median Pay (per annum)
€10,900
Occupational Handbook 2018
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