Job Description

Kia South Africa (Pty) Ltd, through Motus Corporation, is inviting ambitious and motivated individuals to apply for the Sales Champions Programme 2026 in Gauteng.

The programme is aimed at people who are interested in starting a career in the automotive sales industry and would like an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience. Applicants do not need previous work experience to be considered, making the programme suitable for candidates who have completed Grade 12 and are looking for an entry-level opportunity.

Successful candidates will participate in a three-month structured workplace programme designed to introduce them to the professional automotive sales environment. Participants will receive practical exposure, mentorship and guided development focused on building the skills needed to work successfully in automotive sales.

Kia South Africa confirmed that the Sales Champions Programme is currently open for applications in Gauteng, with applications closing on 21 August 2026.

Programme Details

Company: Kia South Africa (Pty) Ltd / Motus Corporation
Programme: Sales Champions Programme
Industry: Automotive
Functional Area: Sales
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 3 months
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Qualification: Grade 12 / Matric
Experience Required: No previous experience required
Closing Date: 21 August 2026

Minimum Requirements

Applicants interested in the Kia South Africa Sales Champions Programme must meet the following requirements:

• Must have completed Grade 12 / Matric.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Applicants must be under the age of 45.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence.
• Previous work experience is not required.
• Applicants should have strong communication skills.
• Candidates should have a genuine interest in sales and customer engagement.
• Applicants should be ambitious, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in a professional customer-focused environment.

Kia South Africa’s official vacancy announcement specifically lists South African citizenship, being under 45, Matric, a valid driver’s licence, communication skills and a passion for sales and customer engagement among the minimum requirements.

What the Sales Champions Programme Offers

Successful applicants will be given an opportunity to develop practical skills while gaining exposure to the automotive industry.

The three-month programme will provide participants with:

• Structured workplace experience over a three-month period.
• Exposure to a professional corporate and automotive sales environment.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Guided sales skills development.
• Practical exposure to customer engagement.
• An opportunity to improve communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience that may assist participants who want to pursue careers in automotive sales.

The programme is intended to help aspiring sales professionals build the knowledge, confidence and practical experience required to work in a competitive sales environment.

Kia South Africa has indicated that the Sales Champions Programme forms part of its strategy to develop a pipeline of automotive sales talent. The company reported that previous Gauteng cohorts achieved a high participant absorption rate, highlighting the programme’s focus on developing employable sales professionals.

Skills and Competencies

Although previous experience is not required, suitable applicants should demonstrate:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Confidence when interacting with people.
• Interest in sales and the automotive industry.
• Willingness to learn.
• Professional behaviour.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work with customers and colleagues.
• Motivation to develop a long-term career in sales.

Applicants should understand that sales is strongly focused on communicating with customers, identifying their needs and helping them make informed purchasing decisions.

Location

The advertised opportunity is available in:

Johannesburg, Gauteng

Applicants should therefore consider their ability to participate in the programme in Gauteng before submitting an application.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the official Kia South Africa / Motus recruitment application provided for the Sales Champions Programme.

Applicants will be required to submit their CV through the official online application process.

Kia South Africa’s official announcement directs applicants to its online application link and confirms that applicants should submit their CV.

Applicants are encouraged to make sure that their CV clearly includes:

• Contact information.
• Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
• Valid driver’s licence details where appropriate.
• Relevant skills.
• Any previous employment, volunteering or customer service experience, if applicable.

Candidates should ensure that all information supplied during the application process is accurate.

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Closing Date

21 August 2026