Bakery Route Sales Driver | Build Relationships & Deliver

Edge Executive Search Group; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Executive Search Group is seeking a Driver Salesman in South Africa to deliver bakery products across an assigned route. This role blends professional driving with proactive sales and strong customer service to keep customers stocked and satisfied.

The ideal candidate will hold a Matric, a Code 10 driver's license, a PrDP, and 1–2 years of driving and route sales experience, with good cash handling, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Matric is required and valid.
• A Code 10 driver's licence and PrDP are required.
• 1–2 years of Code 10 driving experience.
• Sales or route sales experience is advantageous.
• Strong customer service and negotiation skills.
• Good numerical ability and cash handling.
• Ability to work independently and meet delivery schedules.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bakery products safely and on schedule.
• Achieve daily and monthly sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Identify new customers and sales opportunities along your route.
• Ensure timely deliveries and communicate any delays.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and care for company assets.
• Complete daily stock counts before departure and reconcile stock accurately.
• Collect customer payments and ensure accurate cash handling.
• Obtain Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation for every delivery.
• Manage returns and maintain accurate basket control.
• Report competitor activity and market feedback.
• Supervise and support the Van Assistant while ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Negotiation

Communication

Cash handling

Route management

Independent worker

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

Code 10 Driver's Licence

Professional Driving Permit (PrDP)

1–2 years driving experience

Job description

Edge Executive Search Group is seeking a Driver Salesman in South Africa to deliver bakery products across an assigned route. This role blends professional driving with proactive sales and strong customer service to keep customers stocked and satisfied.

The ideal candidate will hold a Matric, a Code 10 driver's license, a PrDP, and 1–2 years of driving and route sales experience, with good cash handling, communication, and relationship-building skills.