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Merchandiser (Supermarket Route) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network

White River, Mpumalanga

Full-time

Posted 3 hours 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. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll be based at a dairy producer in White River. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What your day looks like

Log kilometres and fuel slips for the monthly claim.
Pack shelves, rotate stock and remove damaged or expired lines.
Visit 8 to 15 outlets a day on a planned call cycle.
Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
Track competitor pricing and new products in your area.
Set up promotional displays and check planogram compliance with photos.
Take orders from store managers and spaza owners on the sales app.

What you need

Comfortable with a smartphone sales app and WhatsApp reporting
Good with people from store managers to tuck-shop owners
Physically able to lift cases and pack shelves
You know the townships, suburbs and main roads of your area
A valid Code 08 (Code B) driver's licence, for rep roles

Helpful, not essential

Existing relationships with independent retailers
Your own reliable car for a car-allowance position
Speaking two or more local languages

What you get

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

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your driver's licence, a CV listing the areas and stores you have covered plus certified copy of your ID.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around White River; 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.

Before you hit apply

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.