Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA•Nanuet, NY

10d•$41,600 - $80,000

About The Position

Bimbo Bakeries USA is hiring a Route Sales Professional for Sara Lee products. The role is responsible for merchandising and rotating products, growing sales and display space, maintaining customer relationships, handling route inventory and settlements, and safely driving a company route truck. The listed schedule is a first-shift opening from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m., with Wednesday and Sunday off. Pay is $200 weekly base pay plus commission, with an annual average of $41,600 to $80,000. Full benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
Must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card.
Must be able to obtain a Chauffeur License if the job location is in Indiana, Michigan, or Tennessee.
Must be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and complete reports and records, consistent with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
Must be able to climb, push and pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods, as well as reach frequently and use fingers.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of related experience in DSD (Direct Sales Distribution) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Merchandise and stock products, and ensure proper rotation on store shelves and displays to maintain 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, build strong customer relationships, and ensure promotions are executed.
Introduce new products and services to maximize sales and shelf space in existing accounts and when pursuing new customers.
Conduct daily route settlement procedures and account for products, invoices, cash, and inventory.
Safely drive the company route truck and complete daily DOT logs.
Submit required documentation, paperwork, and deposits on time.