Van Sales Representative

Promasidor

Promasidor was founded in 1979 by Robert Rose, who left the United Kingdom in 1957 for Zimbabwe to pursue his African dream. As Chairman of Allied Lyons Africa for over 20 years, he travelled extensively across Africa and gained a unique and thorough knowledge of the food industry throughout the continent. In particular he noticed a lack of availability of t...

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Van Sales Representative

• Job Type Full Time , Onsite
• Qualification Secondary School (SSCE)
• Experience
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Sales and Business Development

Role Description

• The Van Sales Representative is a full-time, on-site role based in Lagos, responsible for driving sales and product visibility through direct distribution to retail outlets and small businesses.
• Day-to-day tasks include operating a sales van to visit assigned routes, presenting product offerings, taking orders, and ensuring timely delivery and merchandising of products.
• The role involves maintaining accurate records of sales, cash collections, and inventory, as well as preparing daily sales reports and reconciling stock levels.
• The Van Sales Representative will build and maintain strong customer relationships, identify new sales opportunities, and implement promotional activities in line with company guidelines.
• The position also requires adherence to all company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures while representing Promasidor professionally in the market.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma; additional training in sales, marketing, or business is an advantage.

• Strong sales and customer relationship skills, with the ability to identify opportunities, negotiate, and close deals.

• Proficiency in basic record keeping, numeracy, and use of mobile or handheld sales devices for order processing and reporting.

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving skills suitable for operating a sales van within Lagos and surrounding areas.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse customers and team members.

• Previous experience in field sales, FMCG distribution, or van sales is highly beneficial.

• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet daily and weekly sales targets.

• Basic knowledge of Lagos routes and markets, and understanding of retail trade dynamics.

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