FMCG Sales Representative (Route Sales)

This hardware and paint supplier needs a rep in Cape Town CBD 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.

This post is Cape Town CBD-based, with most of your time spent at a hardware and paint supplier.

• Log kilometres and fuel slips for the monthly claim.
• Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
• Visit 8 to 15 outlets a day on a planned call cycle.
• Check shelf prices against the promo list and fix wrong tickets.
• Take orders from store managers and spaza owners on the sales app.
• Open new accounts with taverns, spazas and independent retailers.
• Handle returns and credit claims for damaged stock.

• A valid Code 08 (Code B) driver's licence, for rep roles
• You know the townships, suburbs and main roads of your area
• 1 to 3 years of FMCG, merchandising or route sales experience
• Comfortable with a smartphone sales app and WhatsApp reporting
• You can work to daily and monthly volume targets
• Matric

• Existing relationships with independent retailers
• Your own reliable car for a car-allowance position

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

• 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.