Route Sales Driver

H&S Bakery • Annapolis Junction, MD

43d

About The Position

Route Sales Driver: Embark on an exhilarating career opportunity with The H&S Family of Bakeries, one of the largest family-owned bakeries, renowned for serving some of the largest restaurants, fast-food establishments, hospitals, and much more. As a Route Sales Driver, you'll be at the forefront of customer service, sales, delivery, and account collection. This dynamic role involves physically demanding work, effective customer communication, and proactive sales strategies to promote route growth and ensure account retention. We are seeking a self-organized individual with a professional demeanor, solid organizational and management skills, and an impeccable driving record.

Requirements

• One year or more of experience in a sales environment.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Ability to enter and exit the truck routinely.
• Capability to deliver stacks of bread to customer facilities, including navigating stairs or other challenging locations.
• Ability to maneuver and move stacks of bread, weighing up to 100-300 lbs. from warehouse to truck to the customer using a bread hook.
• Maintain a professional appearance, including proper uniform attire, personal hygiene, and grooming.
• Distinguish product dates and related coding.
• Clear and distinct communication skills.
• Read and comprehending policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, display, and sell bakery products to customers in an assigned area.
• Serve all customers on the assigned route, making up to 40 stops per day.
• Track customer sales by maintaining order files, collections information, and route history.
• Handle customer relations by understanding customer store policies affecting bakery products and establishing professional relationships.
• Identify and report route problems to the sales manager.
• Meet and exceed sales goals according to company standards.
• Check the assigned truck before loading, keep it clean, and notify maintenance of necessary repairs.
• Verify product during load to ensure accurate customer orders and secure the load to prevent damage.
• Manage the schedule for timely deliveries.
• Practice and comply with all company policies and procedures, including work rules.
• Adhere to all traffic and driving regulations to ensure safe and responsible driving.
• Utilize proper lifting techniques to handle stacks of bread and prevent injuries.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and practice defensive driving.
• Report any safety hazards, incidents, or injuries promptly.
• Participate in regular safety training sessions and meetings.

Benefits

• We offer competitive pay and comprehensive and affordable benefits packages, including medical/dental/vision, short term disability, retirement savings, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and of course - cool company swag.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees