JOB TITLE VAN SALESMAN (VSM)
NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME
INDUSTRY FMCG
SALARY KSHS.30,000 PLUS COMMISSIONS
JOB LOCATION NAIROBI, WESTERN KENYA & MT. KENYA REGION
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Sales and Business Development
- Achieve assigned daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
- Sell and promote the company's FMCG products to existing and prospective customers.
- Identify and recruit new retail outlets to grow market coverage.
- Introduce new products and promotional offers to customers.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to drive repeat business.
Order Fulfilment and Delivery
- Deliver products accurately and on time along the assigned route.
- Verify deliveries against invoices or delivery notes and obtain proof of delivery.
- Handle product returns in accordance with company procedures.
- Ensure products are transported and handled safely to minimize losses and damages.
Customer Service and Merchandising
- Ensure products are well displayed and merchandised at customer outlets where applicable.
- Respond promptly to customer inquiries and resolve complaints professionally.
- Monitor stock levels at customer outlets and recommend replenishment where necessary.
Stock, Collections, and Vehicle Management
- Account for all stock loaded onto the van and report any discrepancies.
- Collect customer payments in line with company credit policies and reconcile daily sales and collections.
- Maintain the assigned sales vehicle in a clean, safe, and roadworthy condition and report maintenance requirements promptly.
Reporting and Compliance
- Maintain accurate records of sales, deliveries, collections, and customer visits.
- Submit daily, weekly, and monthly sales and activity reports.
- Monitor competitor activities and provide market feedback to management.
- Comply with company policies, health and safety requirements, and traffic regulations
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
- Diploma or Certificate in Sales & Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years experience as a Van Salesman selling FMCG products.
- Previous experience working for an FMCG distribution company is required.
- Valid driving licence with good driving skills and a clean driving record.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets and work in a target-driven environment.
- Strong sales and negotiation skills.
- Excellent customer service and relationship management skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good planning and route management skills.
HOW TO APPLY
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on
- Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.