Field Sales Rep (Informal Trade & Spaza)

How2Apply Talent Network
Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal
Temporary
Posted 1 day ago
Temporary Marketing & Sales Code 8
R12 250 – R16 250/month
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Job Description

You'll cover a route of stores around Durban Central, selling in stock and fixing shelves as you go. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The site is in Durban Central; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What your day looks like

  • Take orders from store managers and spaza owners on the sales app.
  • Collect cash or EFT proof on van sales and bank daily.
  • Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
  • Pack shelves, rotate stock and remove damaged or expired lines.
  • Log kilometres and fuel slips for the monthly claim.
  • Track competitor pricing and new products in your area.

Must-haves

  • Physically able to lift cases and pack shelves
  • You know the townships, suburbs and main roads of your area
  • A valid Code 08 (Code B) driver's licence, for rep roles
  • 1 to 3 years of FMCG, merchandising or route sales experience

Extra points for

  • Your own reliable car for a car-allowance position
  • Speaking two or more local languages
  • A sales or marketing certificate

What you get

  • Monthly commission on volume and new accounts
  • Company vehicle or car allowance plus petrol card
  • Cellphone and data allowance
  • Branded uniform and safety boots

How to apply

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copy of your driver's licence plus a CV listing the areas and stores you have covered.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Durban Central; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Name the areas you know and the store types you have serviced (supermarket chains, independents, spazas) in your CV summary.
  • Recruiters check your licence first, so attach a clear certified copy and note any clean driving record.

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Job details
SalaryR12 250 – R16 250/month
Job TypeTemporary
LocationDurban Central, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryMarketing & Sales
Experience4+ years
LicenseCode 8
Posted27 September 2026
Closing Date24 October 2026
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