Car Imports Sales & Marketing
Seaways (K) LTD · Kilimani division, Nairobi County, Kenya
Apply & track with Apply EdgeKindly use this link to fill in more detailed information. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlNuo3YcUCnESQsslD8KwZ7X9iWnhTj3cEyCA7nFOFpdsUyg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115688530473726180786Company Description Seaways (K) LTD is a Nairobi-based logistics company specializing in car imports, customs clearance, freight forwarding, and all-risk vehicle insurance across Kenya and the wider East African market. With over 25 years of automotive industry experience, the company operates a dedicated Car Imports Centre that sources vehicles from Japan and the UK, manages sea freight, and oversees customs documentation, inland delivery, and insurance. Seaways provides duty estimates and clear, practical guidance to help private buyers and dealerships avoid hidden costs and unexpected delays. The team emphasises realistic timelines and proactive checks, using inspections, paperwork reviews, and direct port follow-ups to keep shipments on track. Clients importing single vehicles or fleets receive end-to-end support from CIF value through final delivery, including detailed duty explanations and tailored insurance cover.Role Description The Car Imports Sales & Marketing role is a full-time, on-site position based in the Kilimani division. The role involves managing sales inquiries for imported vehicles, engaging with prospective and existing clients, and explaining the import process, duty structures, and insurance options in clear, practical terms. The successful candidate will follow up on leads, prepare quotations, coordinate with the operations team on shipment status, and update clients on timelines and documentation requirements. Day-to-day tasks include building and maintaining relationships with private buyers and dealerships, supporting marketing campaigns, handling phone and email communication, and contributing to online and offline promotional activities. The role also includes gathering market feedback, identifying new business opportunities, and aligning sales messaging with Seaways (K) LTD’s no-nonsense, customer-focused approach.Qualifications
- Strong working knowledge of vehicle makes, models, trims, specifications, features and common client considerations.
- Minimum 2-3 years of proven experience in automotive/vehicle sales. Experience with imported vehicles is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience preparing or explaining vehicle quotations and guiding clients through high-value purchases.
- Good understanding of vehicle sourcing and importation; knowledge of duties, clearance and registration processes is an advantage.
- Proven ability in lead generation, client follow-up, negotiation and closing sales.
- Valid driving licence and strong driving experience; must be confident handling different types of vehicles.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional customer-service approach.
- Strong organisation, reliability, initiative, attention to detail and follow-through.
- Comfortable using email, WhatsApp, sales trackers/CRM systems and digital channels for client communication.
- Experience in digital marketing is an added advantage.