Sr. Route Salesman

PepsiCo; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in beverages is seeking a Sales Representative to maximize sales volume and minimize stale inventory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will sell a range of products, meet distribution targets, and ensure high levels of customer service while providing market intelligence. Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic are essential, along with strong customer service abilities. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work with iconic brands and contribute to a well-respected company.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Good verbal and written communication in English and Arabic is essential.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze sales data.

Responsibilities

• Sell products to a list of customers and meet sales targets.
• Maintain low stale inventory and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that the sales vehicle is clean and roadworthy.
• Agree on order requirements for the next selling period.
• Implement in-store merchandising plans.

Skills

Customer service skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Arabic

Analytical skills

High standard of driving and obeying regulations

Job description

4 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Overview

PepsiCo is a global leader in beverages and convenient foods, enjoying billions of consumer interactions daily across more than 200 countries. Our portfolio features iconic brands such as LAYS, DORITOS, CHEETOS, GATORADE, PEPSI, QUAKER, and many others.

Job Purpose

As part of the sales team, you will maximize sales volume, minimize stale inventory, achieve distribution targets, implement merchandising standards, collect accounts receivable, and maintain high levels of customer service. You will also provide market intelligence, attend training, and complete daily debriefs.

Responsibilities

• Sell the full range of products to an agreed list of customers and meet sales targets.
• Maintain stale inventory below agreed thresholds and keep customers satisfied through regular visits and a structured route plan.
• Ensure the sales vehicle is clean, roadworthy, and any defects are reported promptly.
• Agree on order requirements for the next selling period and maintain agreed stock levels to minimize out-of-stock problems.
• Implement in-store merchandising plans and coordinate support from merchandising staff as needed.
• Report competitor activity and daily financial reconciliation of cheques, cash, and credit sales.

Key Performance Indicators

• Daily/weekly sales versus planned sales.
• Daily positive calls versus plan.
• Daily call sequence versus plan.
• Stale inventory versus target.
• Zero cash and stock shortages.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Arabic.
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of driving and obey driving regulations.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Services