Local Delivery Driver - Supermarket Chain

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary with tips/kn

Company-provided delivery vehicle and燃

Employee discounts on groceries and用品

Regular/flexible hours

Well-known local brand

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dependable Local Delivery Driver to serve the Bloemfontein area. You will deliver fresh groceries to customer homes, operate a company vehicle, manage schedules, and interact with customers to ensure satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is friendly, punctual, and possesses strong navigation skills, with a focus on safe handling of goods and excellent service.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 8 or Code 10 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Delivery driver experience, preferably in retail or grocery.
• Good knowledge of the Bloemfontein area and surrounding neighborhoods.
• Physical ability to lift and carry grocery orders, up to 15-20 kg.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Pick up orders from the store and deliver to customers' homes within a designated timeframe.
• Handle delivered items with care and keep in optimal condition.
• Follow assigned routes and adhere to delivery schedules and timeframes.
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries professionally.
• Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of the delivery vehicle.
• Accurately record delivery details and obtain customer signatures as required.

Skills

Driver's license Code 8/10

Delivery experience

Customer service

Local knowledge of Bloemfontein

Physical fitness (lift 15-20 kg)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent supermarket chain, is seeking a dependable Local Delivery Driver to serve the Bloemfontein area. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring fresh groceries and household items are delivered efficiently and courteously to customer homes. You will operate a company vehicle, manage delivery schedules, and interact directly with customers, providing a vital link between the store and the community. The ideal candidate is friendly, punctual, and possesses excellent navigational skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction and safe handling of goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick up orders from the store and deliver them to customers' homes within a designated timeframe.
• Ensure that delivered items are handled with care and kept in optimal condition.
• Follow assigned routes and comply with delivery schedules and timeframes.
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing any customer inquiries or concerns professionally.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the delivery vehicle.
• Accurately record delivery details and obtain customer signatures as required.

Requirements

• Valid Code 8 or Code 10 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience as a delivery driver, preferably in a retail or grocery setting.
• Good knowledge of the Bloemfontein area and surrounding neighborhoods.
• Physical ability to lift and carry grocery orders, sometimes up to 15-20 kg.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for customer interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for tips or performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with a well-known and respected local brand.
• Regular work schedule with potential for flexible hours.
• Company-provided delivery vehicle and fuel card.
• Employee discounts on groceries and other store products.