Route Sales Driver - High Security Clearance - First Class Vending Bell Gardens

Aramark•Bell, CA

About The Position

The Route Sales Representative - High Security Clearance builds business partnerships with customers and isdedicated to meeting their expectations and requirements. Obtains customer information by engaging in ongoingconversations with key decision makers firsthand and applies the obtained information to improve the customerproduct offerings and services, driving client retention. Capitalizes on sales opportunities and focuses on retentionwith an account ownership mentality. At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. Security ClearanceThis role requires employees to obtain and maintain high-security clearance(s) to service clients with elevated security requirements. Employment in this position is contingent upon successful clearance approval and ongoing eligibility.Employees must maintain active high-security clearance at all times while in this role.Failure to maintain required clearance(s) will result in removal from the position and reassignment or adjustment of pay to align with a non-clearance role.In the event Aramark loses client accounts requiring high-security clearance, affected employees may be reassigned, and compensation may be adjusted accordingly.Employees must comply with all federal, state, client, and Aramark requirements related to background checks, access authorization, and security protocols.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience in a position requiring heavy public contact.
High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain DOT certification to operate DOT-regulated vehicles.
Must be able to load and offload transported items.
Must be able to lift 75lb repeatedly.
Ability to communicate at high efficiency and effectiveness with clients and operations staff.
Ability to respond quickly to changing demands.
Incumbent is proficient or can be trained to sell the product to customers.
Must have good interpersonal and customer service skills.
Must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance with the CMV policy and a valid driver's license.
Client interaction, communication, organization/time management are critical to the success of this role.
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance(s).

Responsibilities

Meet sales expectations and promote overall route growth, service agreement renewal, and customer retention to enhance the profitability of the market center.
Assist in driving route growth and meeting sales expectations by delivering and stocking clients with existing and newly requested products in a timely and responsive manner.
Find opportunities to solicit new business and increase business revenue through selling new items to current customers and obtaining new accounts through lead generation and client referrals.
Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships with customers and provide outstanding customer service by having an account ownership mentality.
Focus on account retention and seek opportunities to improve the account by being the primary responder to all customer issues and opportunities.
Ensure products are loaded and unloaded in a safe manner, proper items and quantities of merchandise are delivered on their regularly scheduled day, fresh merchandise is stocked, products are rotated, and all equipment is maintained and cleaned.
Operate Company vehicles safely and courteously while following the rules of the road.
Verify the daily preventative maintenance of the vehicle and keep the interior of the truck clean, organized, and safely maintained. Follow all DOT requirements.
Respectful of both customer and Aramark assets.
Install and maintain appropriate inventory levels at customer locations and ensure proper quality and working condition.
RSR is responsible for a complete and accurate accounting of all monies and products daily in accordance with established guidelines.
Follow all Aramark policies and procedures related to food safety and complete all required food safety training assignments as instructed to maintain the integrity of our service to our clients while being mindful of the safety of our clients’ employees.
Practice attentive and active listening and communicate effectively under adverse conditions through the internal and external communication process.
Communicate with the GM, RSM, CSM, and CSAs regarding customers and reports on pending problems, or on evidence of competitors in customer locations.