Van Salesman

Choithrams; Manama; On-site; BHD 2,400 - 4,200; Full time

Job summary

Choithrams in Bahrain is seeking a driven Van Sales Executive to drive brand volumes and ensure strong in-store visibility across outlets. You will manage receivables, maintain stock levels, and uphold SOPs for van operations. Fluency in English and Malayalam is essential, with Hindi preferred.

A Bahrain manual driving licence is required, and age should not exceed 35 years. The role emphasizes timely promotions, strong trade relationships, and disciplined cash handling, with daily field visits

Qualifications

• Graduate or undergraduate degree required.
• Minimum 1 year of local Bahrain van sales experience (no helper).
• FMCG trade experience preferred.
• Maximum 35 years old with good fitness.
• Good communication in English and Malayalam; Hindi preferred.
• Valid Bahrain manual transmission driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on targeted monthly brand-wise volume/value sales.
• Achieve budgeted receivables/collections objectives for the territory.
• Maintain harmonious PR with trade and prompt customer service.
• Secure primary visibility and explore secondary visibility opportunities.
• Ensure all outlets have stock and manage inventory with FIFO discipline.
• Follow SOPs on van maintenance, cash deposits, and reporting.
• Assist in timely listing and distribution of NPIs in outlets.
• Maintain 100% compliance with journey plans.

Skills

Van sales experience

FMCG knowledge

English proficiency

Malayalam language

Hindi language (preferred)

Driving licence

Education

Graduate or undergraduate

Job description

1. 1. Deliver on targeted monthly brand-wise Volume/Value Sales.
2. 2. Achieve Budgeted Receivables/Collections (Daily Sales Outstanding) objectives for their territory.
3. 3. Maintain harmonious PR with trade and prompt and efficient customer service at all times.
4. 4. Maintain 100% compliance with journey plans.
5. 5. Participate in all teamwork activities and be an effective team player at all times.
6. 6. Achieve set KPIs on Distribution, Visibility (BDA implementation and/or share of space as per market share and planograms) and Collections.
7. 7. Secure primary visibility in the category and explore secondary visibility opportunities to establish brand dominance (Block Displays for Top Brands).
8. 8. Ensure all-round availability of MSL and other targeted tactical SKUs in every outlet with adequate stock pressure.
9. 9. Manage trade returns within agreed levels.
10. 10. Highlight near-expiry issues at least 3 months before expiry and take ownership of liquidation, while diligently following FIFO.
11. 11. Ensure all listing and distribution of NPIs within 30 days in targeted outlets.
12. 12. Execute all promotional/activation activities as per targeted norms and timelines.
13. 13. Participate in and share all survey findings (price, competition, category, etc.).
14. 14. Rigorously follow all SOPs regarding van maintenance, inventory management, cash deposits, reporting, timings, etc. Submit receipt/GRV books daily.
15. 15. Rigorously comply with all SOPs regarding van maintenance, van load plans, inventory management, cash deposits, reporting, timings, HR, office discipline and protocol.
16. 16. Ensure compliance with IAU guidelines regarding cash and inventory management at all times.

Requirements:

1. Graduate or undergraduate.
2. Minimum 1 year of local Bahrain market experience in van sales (without helper).
3. Familiar with the dynamics of the FMCG trade.
4. Maximum 35 years of age with good fitness levels.
5. Good communication skills, particularly listening, in English and Malayalam, preferably Hindi as well.
6. Valid Bahrain driving licence (manual transmission only).