Relief Route Sales Driver

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for building product distribution and brand visibility in the assigned area, growing volumes and revenue to meet or exceed company defined targets. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Selling specific line of branded products in an assigned territory Building positive relationships within the down trade Seeking out new small accounts and building their potential Merchandising and building brand visibility Expanding distribution and presence of the assigned products.

Collecting from all customers (cash and credit) Bringing opportunities and issues to management’s attention Storing and protecting company products Adhere to company policy and procedures with respect to stock management. Ensuring weekly counts are conducted Monitor inventory movement in order to ensure optimum stock balances to fill customer orders.

Expeditiously resolve customer complaints/issues, communicate with all relevant departments and managers to resolve problems. Communicate with Sales and operation teams as required. Prepare, maintain and submit reports as required. Assist in developing and executing strategic plans for the department. AUTHORITY To transmit/disseminate accurate information after performing the necessary quality checks To recommend changes to the operations that will benefit the Division.

ACCOUNTABILITY Consistent achievement of sales targets. Collection of outstanding customer payments. Efficient management of stock, variances will be deducted from earnings.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 CXC subjects including Mathematics One year working experience in a similar capacity Valid General License – Open General KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent Time Management and Customer Service Skills. Must be computer literate and proficient in MS Office. Excellent written and oral communication. Ability to apply critical thinking and creativity.

Detail oriented, pays keen attention to accuracy. Must be able to function independently and handle a variety of responsibilities under pressure. Highly developed organizational and analytical skills. Excellent team player. Ability to relate to staff at all levels COMPETENCIES Excellent communicator Negotiating skills Analytical thinker Leadership Team oriented Performance driven WORKING RELATIONSHIPS External: Maintain a pleasant and effective relationship with the Division’s Customers.

Internal: General Manager, Sales Manager, Department Heads, Customer Service, Clerks, Sales and Warehouse Personnel. WORKING CONDITIONS This role operates within a clerical office setting, full time between the hours of 8 am – 4 pm. You will be expected to work beyond standard operating hours as the need arises and your co-operation is anticipated; however please note this role does not qualify for over time.