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Route Sales Professional

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • South Gate

AI generated summary

  • You must be 21+, have a valid driver's license, a safe driving record, a DOT medical card, and be physically fit. 1-3 years in DSD is preferred.
  • You will merchandise products, drive sales, build customer relationships, introduce new items, manage daily route settlements, complete DOT logs, and submit required documentation.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
  • Must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card.
  • Ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods as well as perform frequent reaching and use of fingers.
  • 1-3 years of related experience in DSD (Direct Sales Distribution) is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Merchandise, stock, and ensure the proper rotation of products on store shelves and displays to guarantee the best quality and freshness.
  • Drive sales by securing new display space, setting up incremental displays, and using sales data to inform store-level strategies.
  • Follow up on new account opportunities and build strong customer relationships while ensuring the execution of promotions.
  • Introduce new products and services to maximize sales and shelf space within existing accounts and when pursuing new customers.
  • Conduct daily route settlement procedures to account for all products, invoices, and cash while maintaining proper inventory counts.
  • Safely drive the company route truck and complete DOT (US Department of Transportation) daily logs.
  • Submit other required documentation, paperwork, and deposits on time.

FAQs

What is the pay range for a Route Sales Professional at Bimbo Bakeries USA?

The pay range for a Route Sales Professional is between $45,000 and $75,000 annually, which includes a weekly base pay plus commission.

What are the work hours for this position?

This position has a 1st shift opening, starting at 4 am, with Wednesdays and Sundays off.

What benefits does Bimbo Bakeries USA offer employees?

Bimbo Bakeries USA offers full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan.

What are the main responsibilities of the Route Sales Professional?

Responsibilities include merchandising and stocking products, driving sales, building customer relationships, introducing new products, conducting daily route settlement procedures, and safely driving the company route truck.

What are the age and licensing requirements for this position?

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Is prior experience required for this role?

While 1-3 years of related experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD) is preferred, it may not be strictly required for all candidates.

What physical demands are associated with the position?

The position requires the ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, kneel for extended periods, and perform frequent reaching and use of fingers.

Does Bimbo Bakeries USA provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

What is Bimbo Bakeries USA's policy on equal employment opportunity?

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

Are there any specific regulations regarding lie detector tests in Massachusetts?

Yes, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

With many of America’s most beloved bread and sweet baked goods brands, we are the nation’s leading baking company.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! Bimbo Bakeries USA is part of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company with operations in 32 countries. Bimbo Bakeries USA employs 20,000 associates across the U.S. in bakeries, sales centers, corporate offices and on sales routes to ensure our consumers have the freshest products to feed their families at every meal. But our associates come to work for much more – the chance to feed their own lives through exciting work that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in their professional and personal lives every day.