Field Sales Rep (Informal Trade & Spaza)

How2Apply Talent Network
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 2 days ago
Full-time Marketing & Sales Code 8
R9 500 – R13 250/month
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Job Description

This personal care brand needs a rep in Richards Bay who knows the shops, the owners and the numbers. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

The site is in Richards Bay; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

The work, day to day

  • Open new accounts with taverns, spazas and independent retailers.
  • Check shelf prices against the promo list and fix wrong tickets.
  • Take orders from store managers and spaza owners on the sales app.
  • Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
  • Pack shelves, rotate stock and remove damaged or expired lines.
  • Track competitor pricing and new products in your area.

What you need

  • Comfortable with a smartphone sales app and WhatsApp reporting
  • Physically able to lift cases and pack shelves
  • 1 to 3 years of FMCG, merchandising or route sales experience
  • Matric
  • Good with people from store managers to tuck-shop owners
  • A valid Code 08 (Code B) driver's licence, for rep roles

Extra points for

  • Speaking two or more local languages
  • Existing relationships with independent retailers
  • Your own reliable car for a car-allowance position

What's in it for you

  • Branded uniform and safety boots
  • Company vehicle or car allowance plus petrol card
  • Product samples and staff pricing
  • Monthly commission on volume and new accounts

How to apply for this job

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID, certified copy of your matric certificate plus certified copy of your driver's licence.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Richards Bay.

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How to stand out

  • Recruiters check your licence first, so attach a clear certified copy and note any clean driving record.
  • Bring numbers: cases sold per month, new outlets opened or growth percentages on your route.

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Job details
SalaryR9 500 – R13 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationRichards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryMarketing & Sales
Experience1+ years
LicenseCode 8
Posted22 October 2026
Closing Date21 November 2026
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