Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA•Dubuque, IA

2d•$50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Bimbo Bakeries USA is hiring a Route Sales Professional to sell and distribute bakery products to retail accounts. The role involves merchandising products, growing sales and customer relationships, managing inventory and route settlement, and safely operating a company route truck. The position is a first-shift opening, with hours from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesday and Sunday off. Average annual salary is listed as $50,000–$60,000. Eligible associates may receive a $500 sign-on bonus and a $3,000 retention bonus. Full benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan. Bimbo Bakeries USA has more than 20,000 associates working in bakeries, sales centers, offices, and on sales routes. The company describes its work environment as safe and inclusive, one that appreciates diversity, promotes development, and allows associates to be their authentic selves.

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 climb, push and pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods, as well as frequently reach and use fingers.
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 make entries on reports and records, consistent with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

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 within existing accounts and when pursuing new customers.
Complete daily route settlement procedures to account for products, invoices, and cash, while maintaining proper inventory counts.
Safely drive the company route truck and complete daily U.S. Department of Transportation logs.
Submit required documentation, paperwork, and deposits on time.