Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA•South Sioux City, NE

6d•$50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Route Sales Professional to merchandise and sell bakery products on an assigned route. The role is responsible for maintaining product quality and freshness in stores, increasing sales and product visibility, building customer relationships, and managing route inventory and daily settlement procedures. The position involves safely driving a company route truck and completing required transportation logs and paperwork. The posting lists an average annual salary of $50,000–$60,000, a first-shift opening with a 3 a.m. or 4 a.m. start time, and Wednesday and Sunday off. Full benefits are offered, and the position may qualify for a $500 sign-on bonus and a $3,000 retention bonus.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
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; 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 in existing accounts and when pursuing new customers.
Conduct daily route settlement procedures to account for products, invoices, and cash, while maintaining accurate 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.