Shortage of experienced motor vehicle salespeople
Job opportunities for motor vehicle salespeople are good as there is a shortage of experienced workers and a strong demand for vehicles, due to:
- the popularity of cheap, imported new cars
- availability of electric and hybrid vehicles and the incentive of the Clean Car Discount scheme.
According to the Census, 1,599 motor vehicle salespersons worked in New Zealand in 2018.
Sales experience improves chances of finding work
Employers prefer to take on trainees who already have sales experience as they have limited time to train staff.
Most salespeople work for car dealerships
Motor vehicle salespeople usually work for vehicle dealerships. Some may run their own business.