Is it really possible to get a high paying job in South Africa without a degree? Well, to answer this burning question, we got payslips from a few car salespeople, and they show that it’s very possible to make significantly more money than you think. And you know what? you really don’t need much—just passion and the right attitude.
How much does a car salesman get paid in South Africa?
An acting car sales executive manager with 3 years of experience revealed that, despite having a degree in economics, he was hired as a junior and only required a grade 12 and a driver’s license to get in. This guy gets a basic salary of R30 676, plus an incentive bonus of about R126 489; net pay after deductions is R94 883. It seems like the benefits are endless because they also get a company car, free fuel and a tracker.
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Can anyone work in the car sales industry?
Many people experienced chest pains after learning this information, focusing on how difficult the sales industry is. But guess what? It’s okay, as with any other profession, not everything is meant for everyone. However, what stands out about the sales industry is its vastness and flexibility.
One junior car salesman shared that he had one year of experience, he revealed that as a junior he would get 75% of his commission, and after a year he upgraded to senior level where he gets 100% of his commission. Wow there are growth opportunities too? Now you see the hard work does pay off really well.
So, which car dealership pays the most?
We noticed from the payslips we received that there is a company that, when we compare the salaries of different employees, you can see that it must be doing very well because it pays people well. We can’t disclose the brand, but it is not a dealership that only sells one specific brand, so maybe that explains why customers are dining there.
You can view the payslips here:
We’ve realized that many will take this opportunity given a chance, even if it means going door to door, the old fashion way. Because, who knows, you might bump into the dealership owner while dropping your CV, and nothing beats that face-to-face, live confidence that opens up an opportunity to sell yourself. Try it and let us know.
