Route to Market aspires to be the preferred choice for manufacturers in Zimbabwe and the region. Route to Market encompasses some of Zimbabwe’s most experienced distribution and merchandising companies for all your confectionery, groceries, beverages, perishables and cosmetic ranges. We are committed to a culture of integrity and professionalism whilst managing a motivated, effective and efficient team. We offer both wholesale and retail distribution as well as sales and merchandising of both dry and perishable products. We ensure your products are delivered on time and are on the shelf, in prime space, ready for the customer to purchase.
In 1995, the first of the Route to Market's brands Warpack opened its doors on 1st of September by John de Wet, offering sales and merchandising to Zimbabwean brands. In 2002 this was followed by opening Vaitive Distribution to provide distribution to Warpack's principal brands. In 2009, a secondary merchandising division, dPack was added, followed by another distribution business, Exclusive Brands, in 2012. Our new cold chain division was added in 2022 for storage and distribution of perishable products.
With our personal and reliable service, we guarantee that your products will be picked up, packed, stored and delivered. We are well-known in the industry for providing the best service and can be found in all major cities and towns in the country.
Our Executive Management Team brings proven expertise and experience in Zimbabwe's FMCG industry to lead our growing business.
JOHN DE WET
FOUNDER/DIRECTOR
John has more than 40 years’ experience in the fast moving consumer goods industry in Zimbabwe. He is a member of the IMM. John is renowned for his strong leadership, and ability to deliver operationally to achieve improved business outcomes for our principals.
JASON DE WET
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Graduating with B.Commerce in Accounting and Marketing from Curtin University, Jason achieved the coveted Golden Key Award for being one of Top 5% of all students. Joining Route to Market in 1997, Jason has played an integral role in the growth of the company’s business.
JOHAN KLUE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Johan joined Route to Market as Chief Financial Officer in 2022. He brought with him an abundance of knowledge having qualified with a Fellow of Association of Chartered Accountants, as well as being a member of the South African Institute of Public Accountants. Johan has 20 years’ experience in the commercial sector, including public practice across South Africa, Mauritius and Zimbabwe.
MOFFAT LANGEVELDT
GROUP GENERAL MANAGER
With over 20 years’ experience in the FMCG retail and distribution sectors, Moffat brings a wealth of expertise in both the financial & Commercial arms of business. Moffat has led major corporate groups in Zimbabwe like Makro Zimbabwe, Brands Africa P/L. His proven strengths to identify, develop, and strengthen brands and people for lasting results is at the forefront. He holds a BCom Finance (Unisa).
