Route Van Sales Executive - Fresh Produce & Cold Chain

Xantory; Dubai; In loco; AED 78.000 - 123.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Xantory is seeking a Van Sales Executive to drive on-route sales and direct delivery from a refrigerated van to supermarkets, HoReCa, and other outlets in Dubai. You will handle orders, invoicing, cash collection, and stock control while maintaining the cold chain to ensure fresh products reach customers on time.

The role requires 2–4 years of van sales experience in UAE, a valid UAE driving licence, and strong English communication; knowledge of SAP/Odoo is a plus.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent; a diploma or degree in Business, Sales or a related field is an advantage.
• Minimum 2–4 years of van sales experience in the UAE, ideally in fresh produce, FMCG, dairy, bakery or chilled food distribution.
• Valid UAE light vehicle driving licence is mandatory.
• Good knowledge of UAE roads and routes, with an existing customer network in retail and HoReCa (hotels, restaurants and cafés) an advantage.
• Experience with handheld invoicing devices or sales/ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Odoo or similar) is an advantage.
• Basic food safety or food handling certification is an advantage.
• Strong selling, negotiation and customer relationship skills.
• Accurate cash handling and basic numeracy for invoicing, collections and stock reconciliation.
• Good communication in English; Arabic, Hindi or Urdu is an advantage.
• Punctual, disciplined and able to work independently on the route with minimal supervision.
• Physically fit and able to load, unload and carry product safely.
• Honest, reliable and customer focused, with a strong sense of responsibility for company stock, cash and vehicle.

Mansioni

• Cover the assigned route daily according to the approved journey plan, visiting all scheduled outlets and customers.
• Achieve daily, weekly and monthly sales targets by volume, value and product mix.
• Take orders, promote the full product range and introduce new products and promotions to existing customers.
• Identify and open new outlets within the territory, including supermarkets, groceries, hotels, restaurants and cafés.
• Build strong relationships with store managers, buyers and chefs, and handle customer queries and complaints professionally.
• Monitor competitor products, pricing and activity in the market and report findings to the Sales Manager.
• Load the van accurately each morning against the loading sheet, checking quantities, quality and expiry dates.
• Maintain the cold chain throughout the route, keeping the van refrigeration at the required temperature and recording temperature logs.
• Deliver products on time and in good condition, applying FIFO (first in, first out) and handling fresh produce carefully.
• Merchandise products on shelves and chillers at customer outlets and ensure correct display, pricing and rotation.
• Manage returns, damaged and near-expiry stock in line with company policy, and minimise wastage.
• Reconcile van stock at the end of each day and report any shortages or discrepancies.
• Invoicing, Collections & Reporting
• Issue invoices and delivery notes using the handheld device or sales system, ensuring accuracy of prices, quantities and VAT.
• Collect cash, cheques and credit payments according to agreed customer terms, and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Hand over daily collections and complete cash settlement with the accounts team without discrepancies.
• Submit daily sales, collection, returns and visit reports, and keep customer records up to date.
• Keep the van clean, roadworthy and well maintained, report any mechanical issues promptly, and follow all traffic and safety regulations.

Conoscenze

Selling skills

Negotiation

Customer relationship management

Cash handling

Formazione

High school diploma

Diploma or degree in Business/Sales (advantage)

Strumenti

Handheld invoicing devices

Sales ERP (SAP/Odoo)

Descrizione del lavoro

Xantory is seeking a Van Sales Executive to drive on-route sales and direct delivery from a refrigerated van to supermarkets, HoReCa, and other outlets in Dubai. You will handle orders, invoicing, cash collection, and stock control while maintaining the cold chain to ensure fresh products reach customers on time.

The role requires 2–4 years of van sales experience in UAE, a valid UAE driving licence, and strong English communication; knowledge of SAP/Odoo is a plus.