Delivering simple, smart and sustainable solutions
/ Who are we
Route To Market Solutions is a convenience channel distributor taking care of sales, warehousing and distribution.
Our commitment to fast, reliable service has resulted in RTMS becoming an essential part of the operations of forecourts, stores, schools and pharmacies across the Western Cape and beyond.
/ Why RTMS?
At RTMS, we go beyond our customers’ expectations, delivering smart, strategic solutions with a human touch. We’re a big operation, with a small business mindset. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and our customers are our focus. We prioritise customer satisfaction through a strong company culture of service excellence.
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Performance
Value
Empowerment
While RTMS is predominantly Western Cape based, a close national network of like-minded distributors offer wider reach when needed.
RTMS represents SA’s top brands, carries over 1000 products across more than 50 categories and reaches over 1000 convenient outlets.
Expertise in sales, merchandising, warehousing and distribution makes RTMS a compelling offer for suppliers and convenience channels.
RTMS is a BBBEE Level 6 company.
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About us
RTMS was founded in 2007 by Craig van der Venter, a seasoned expert in FMCG brand management, product development, marketing, and sales. With deep industry expertise, seamless execution and sustainable growth. Today, RTMS is a team of 130 employees thriving under the leadership of a curated management team. Together, we strive for ‘brilliant basics’, with a strong foundation of excellence in every aspect of our operations.
Our Core Values
Agility
We continuously streamline processes and optimise resources by remaining a dynamic operation.
Accountability
Through fostering a culture of service excellence across our business, we strive to be on time, every time.
Attitude
We approach our work with a can-do attitude. This outlook shapes our decisions, drives our actions and ultimately, sets us apart from the rest.
Our Commitment to Community
At RTMS, we believe in giving back. Over the years, we have supported education, health, and sports initiatives, reinforcing our people-first approach.
How We Make an Impact:
- Education & Road Safety – Supporting an underprivileged school with road traffic education.
- Health & Well-being – Donating sanitary pads to local charities.
- Sports & Development - Providing beverages to a local soccer club and sponsoring 40 employees in a corporate soccer league.
/ People & Culture
A strong and engaged team of 130 employees is the backbone of our success. We pride ourselves on our work environment where everyone grows, thrives, and supports one another. By living our shared values, we foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and innovation. Together, we are committed to being a unified, high-performing team, ready to tackle any challenge.
Service Supported by Technology
Agility means consistently interrogating and improving how we work. At RTMS, we leverage digital solutions to increase our efficiency - but ensure that we never lose the human touch that we are known for. Through balancing innovation and customer relations, we are able to offer service and tools which continue to excite and delight our customers.
Online Ordering Gateway
Now, clients can use our online ordering system to place their orders.
/ Products
- Baby Food
- Beverages
- Baking & Cooking Aids
- Chocolates
- Coffee
- Energy Bars & Drinks
- Gum
- Fruit & Nuts
- Crisps
- Milk – Long Life, Powdered & Canned
- Noodles
- Rusks
- Sauces & Marinades
- Snacks & Treats
- Spreads
- Sugar & Sweeteners
- Tea
- Water
- Condoms
- Cough Mixture
- Headache Powders, Flu & Cough Remedies
- Indigestion Relief
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste & Mouthwash
- Infant & Child Nutrition
- Pet Food
- Cups, Lids & Stirrers
/ Suppliers
Customer Promise
Our customers are at the centre of everything we do. We strive to be their partner of choice, building trust through reliability and exceptional service.
From order placement to final delivery, we ensure a seamless experience through flawless execution and attention to detail.
Don’t take our word for it. Take theirs.
“RTMS is a great supplier with the best sales reps. They supply a comprehensive, quality line of products, and their deliveries are on time and always run smoothly.”
Don’t take our word for it. Take theirs.
“Dealing with RTMS is a breeze. I can focus on managing my business, and trust them with delivering what we need, on time.”
Don’t take our word for it. Take theirs.
“We really appreciate the clear and consistent communication from RTMS. They are an essential extension of our business operations.”
Don’t take our word for it. Take theirs.
“The team at RTMS go out of their way to keep our shelves stocked. When something is out of stock they will make an effort to get it to us by the next day. This kind of service is unheard of.”
/ Get in touch
Feel free to use this form or drop us an email.
Old-fashioned phone calls work too.
Physical Address: Western Cape
112 Epping Avenue
Elsies River Industrial
Cape Town
7490
