Route Sales Representative

About This Role

This Route Sales Representative role is responsible for generating new business and servicing existing customers by operating a company vehicle to sell and deliver products, equipment, and supplies. It is vital for achieving financial targets and maintaining high customer satisfaction within an assigned route.

Responsibilities

• Operate a company vehicle to sell and deliver products, equipment, and supplies to FSOP (Food Sales on Premises) customers
• Achieve financial targets for route profitability through effective sales and service
• Solicit additional product purchases from existing customers
• Collect customer payments and manage daily bank deposits for the route
• Maintain accurate records of sales, inventory, and deliveries
• Load and maintain appropriate inventory on the truck for each customer stop
• Ensure product freshness and manage customer inventory levels
• Monitor and collect delinquent accounts as needed
• Install, maintain, and recover coffee brewing equipment and branded merchandise
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure customer satisfaction on every visit

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent or passing score on aptitude test
• 1 year of customer sales and service experience
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Acceptable driving record
• DOT medical certification
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 1 year of customer sales and service experience. Route sales and cold calling experience in a DSD (Direct Store Delivery) environment preferred.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Route sales and cold calling experience in a DSD (Direct Store Delivery) environment
• CDL may be required for some routes

Benefits