Route Sales Driver

ICEE•Newington, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The ICEE Company is the leader in the frozen beverage industry, offering a comprehensive frozen package and service network. As the largest subsidiary of J&J Snack Foods, they provide branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Their products include iconic brands like SUPERPRETZEL and Dippin’ Dots, along with other key brands such as LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in the bakery sector, providing cakes, cookies, and pies to major grocery and convenience retailers. The company is committed to delivering record sales through a talented team and a focus on "Fun Served Here". This role involves driving a box truck from Monday to Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 21 years of age due to DOT requirements.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to lift 55 lbs. or more on a regular basis. Occasional lifting in excess of 70 lbs. required.
Ability to Drive more than 40% of the time.
Must have and wear steel-toed shoes.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years Customer Service and/or Route Driving experience.

Responsibilities

Loading/unloading the company vehicle to ensure inventory for delivery is prepared for the daily route.
Completing inventory counts at the beginning and end of each shift.
Completing scheduled deliveries and ensuring prompt delivery of products and promotional items.
Discussing new products and promotions with store personnel.
Ensuring proper training of ICEE equipment is provided to unfamiliar store personnel.
Cleaning machines, replenishing stock of cups/lids/straws, and freshening promotional materials.
Documenting store-provided PO # on invoices at necessary accounts.
Handling COD (cash on demand) accounts, including receiving payment and obtaining money orders for cash payments.
Performing weekly vehicle checks and filling out a DVIR (daily vehicle inspection report) for DOT vehicles.
Performing assigned general warehouse duties including cleaning, organizing, rotating product, and shipping/receiving of equipment, parts, and product.
Performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor.