FMCG Sales Representative (Route Sales)

You'll cover a route of stores around Kathu, selling in stock and fixing shelves as you go. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

Home base is a personal care brand on the Kathu side of Northern Cape.

• Collect cash or EFT proof on van sales and bank daily.
• Check shelf prices against the promo list and fix wrong tickets.
• Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
• Send your manager a daily report with volumes against target.
• Track competitor pricing and new products in your area.
• Open new accounts with taverns, spazas and independent retailers.

• 1 to 3 years of FMCG, merchandising or route sales experience
• You can work to daily and monthly volume targets
• Physically able to lift cases and pack shelves
• A valid Code 08 (Code B) driver's licence, for rep roles
• Good with people from store managers to tuck-shop owners

• A sales or marketing certificate
• Speaking two or more local languages

• Branded uniform and safety boots
• Cellphone and data allowance
• Monthly commission on volume and new accounts
• Product samples and staff pricing

• 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.