Job Summary
To Deliver and Sell Bakery products to customers and retail outlets, develop good customer relationships, achieve sales targets, and ensure the safe and timely delivery of products while maintaining the assigned vehicle in good condition.
Role and Responsilities:
Sales & Customer Service
- Visit assigned shops, retailers, and customers to sell bakery products.
- Take orders and ensure timely delivery of products.
- Develop and maintain good relationships with customers.
- Achieve assigned daily/monthly sales targets.
- Introduce new products and promotional offers to customers.
- Collect customer feedback and report market requirements to the supervisor.
Product Delivery & Distribution
- Load and unload bakery products carefully to avoid damage.
- Ensure products are delivered fresh and on time.
- Maintain proper delivery records and obtain confirmation from customers.
- Follow the company's product handling and hygiene requirements.
Cash & Sales Records
- Collect payments from customers as authorized.
- Maintain accurate records of sales, orders, collections, and returned products.
- Submit daily sales and collection reports to the supervisor.
- Deposit collected cash according to company procedures.
Driving & Vehicle Responsibilities
- Drive the assigned company vehicle safely and responsibly.
- Conduct routine checks of fuel, tyres, oil, brakes, and other basic vehicle requirements.
- Keep the vehicle clean and presentable.
- Report any vehicle fault, accident, or maintenance requirement immediately.
- Follow traffic laws and company vehicle policies.
Stock & Returns
- Check products before loading and delivery.
- Monitor expiry dates and product condition.
- Properly record damaged, expired, or returned products.
- Ensure returned products are handed over to the relevant factory/store personnel.
Required Skills
Skills and Qualification:
- Minimum Matric education preferred.
- Valid driving license appropriate for the assigned vehicle.
- Previous experience in sales, distribution, or FMCG/bakery products will be preferred.
- Good communication and customer dealing skills.
- Basic ability to maintain sales and delivery records.
- Honest, punctual, responsible, and physically fit.
- Knowledge of the local market and routes will be an advantage.