Overview of role
Company: Allied Bakeries
Location: Belfast
Salary: £28,000 per annum (increasing to £35,340 on completion of training)
Do you have a passion for driving and sales? As a trainee Van Sales Driver you will be learning about professional driving while working in a friendly and energetic team. You don't need to hold a licence to drive a lorry as we will train you but you will need a driving licence. We are looking for someone who will be good at driving, talking to customers and has an interest in selling bakery products. It will take around 3 to 6 months to complete your training and after that time you will work as a Relief Van Sales Driver delivering bakery products to our customers across Northern Ireland.
You will be responsible for in-store merchandising, ordering and minimising waste. You normally start at 3am and work job to finish so home times will vary depending on your route - average hours are typically 39 per week. Hours of work will be based on a rotating shift pattern across a 7 day week and flexibility will be required. This is a physically demanding role and requires the individual to have the physical ability to deliver tasks.
There are plenty of reasons why this is a great place to work, and here are just a few of the benefits for you:
* 25 days leave plus 8 Bank Hols
* Onsite parking
* Pension - matched employer pension contributions of up to 10% & Life Assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme a free and confidential support service for employees including counselling, financial guidance, relationship and legal advice
* Cycle to work scheme
* Extra Slice company discount scheme which provides great savings at more than 500 businesses/outlets, including Asda, Tesco, Currys & Argos
Closing Date: 30th April 2025
Key Accountabilities
• Learning the roles from experienced Salesmen.
• Understanding Health & Safety including vehicle safety, loading and driving.
• Completing driver training and gaining valuable qualifications.
The Right Person
• A positive can do attitude and a desire to do well.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Age over 21.
• Retail sales experience and/or multi drop delivery experience is desirable.