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Merchandiser (Supermarket Route)

How2Apply Talent Network

Upington, Northern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Marketing & Sales Code 8

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Job Description

You'll cover a route of stores around Upington, selling in stock and fixing shelves as you go. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

Home base is a snack and confectionery wholesaler on the Upington side of Northern Cape. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What you'll actually do

Handle returns and credit claims for damaged stock.
Track competitor pricing and new products in your area.
Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
Send your manager a daily report with volumes against target.
Log kilometres and fuel slips for the monthly claim.
Collect cash or EFT proof on van sales and bank daily.
Open new accounts with taverns, spazas and independent retailers.

Must-haves

You can work to daily and monthly volume targets
Physically able to lift cases and pack shelves
Good with people from store managers to tuck-shop owners
1 to 3 years of FMCG, merchandising or route sales experience

Nice if you have

A sales or marketing certificate
Speaking two or more local languages

What you get

Cellphone and data allowance
Branded uniform and safety boots
Company vehicle or car allowance plus petrol card
Product samples and staff pricing

Applying, step by step

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copy of your matric certificate, a CV listing the areas and stores you have covered plus certified copy of your driver's licence.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 9 working days.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

Recruiters check your licence first, so attach a clear certified copy and note any clean driving record.
Name the areas you know and the store types you have serviced (supermarket chains, independents, spazas) in your CV summary.