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Field Sales Rep (Informal Trade & Spaza)

How2Apply Talent Network

Upington, Northern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Marketing & Sales Code 8

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Job Description

Shelves sell the product, and at this dairy producer you'll keep them full, neat and priced right. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Upington; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What you'll actually do

Log kilometres and fuel slips for the monthly claim.
Handle returns and credit claims for damaged stock.
Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
Take orders from store managers and spaza owners on the sales app.
Open new accounts with taverns, spazas and independent retailers.

Must-haves

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

On offer

Company vehicle or car allowance plus petrol card
Product samples and staff pricing
Cellphone and data allowance

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Upington really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your ID, certified copy of your driver's licence plus a CV listing the areas and stores you have covered.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

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