Field Sales Rep (Informal Trade & Spaza)

How2Apply Talent Network
Welkom, Free State
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Marketing & Sales Code 8
R9 500 – R14 750/month
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Job Description

This pet food manufacturer needs a rep in Welkom who knows the shops, the owners and the numbers. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

Home base is a pet food manufacturer on the Welkom side of Free State. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

The work, day to day

  • Take orders from store managers and spaza owners on the sales app.
  • Pack shelves, rotate stock and remove damaged or expired lines.
  • Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
  • Check shelf prices against the promo list and fix wrong tickets.
  • Send your manager a daily report with volumes against target.

What you need

  • Comfortable with a smartphone sales app and WhatsApp reporting
  • You know the townships, suburbs and main roads of your area
  • Good with people from store managers to tuck-shop owners
  • 1 to 3 years of FMCG, merchandising or route sales experience

On offer

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

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Welkom really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copy of your ID, certified copy of your matric certificate 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. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryR9 500 – R14 750/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationWelkom, Free State
CategoryMarketing & Sales
Experience1+ years
LicenseCode 8
Posted16 October 2026
Closing Date20 November 2026
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