Van Sales Representative at PepsiCo

Overview

• The Van Sales Representative is responsible for delivering products to customers, selling and promoting PepsiCo products, maintaining strong customer relationships, and ensuring excellent service while meeting sales and delivery targets

Responsibilities

Sales & Customer Service

• Sell and promote PepsiCo products to existing and new customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retailers and clients.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales and expand customer base.
• Ensure product availability and proper product mix at customer outlets.
• Ensuring timeous delivery of goods to the customer.
• Good management of money on routes as per the procedure of the company.

Delivery Operations

• Load, transport, and deliver products safely and on time.
• Follow assigned delivery routes and schedules.
• Ensure accurate order fulfillment and proper handling of goods.
• Good Crate Control
• Being accountable for respective route allocated to the Driver

Merchandising

• Arrange products on shelves according to company standards.
• Liaising with relevant Sales Representative
• Ensure displays are clean, attractive, and fully stocked.
• Monitor product freshness and remove expired or damaged stock.
• Good understanding of customer service

Cash Handling & Administration

• Collect payments (cash or digital) from customers.
• Maintain accurate records of sales, deliveries, and collections.
• Reconcile daily transactions and submit reports.
• Balancing Driver’s books – basic knowledge of reconciliation process
• Minimising Driver’s Shorts

Vehicle Management

• Drive and maintain company vehicle responsibly.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections (fuel, oil, tyres, cleanliness).
• Report any vehicle faults or incidents immediately.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license (Code 10/Code C1 or higher, depending on region).
• Valid PDP (Professional Driving Permit) is a must.
• Previous experience in sales, delivery, or FMCG environment is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic numeracy and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.