Route Sales Representative
About The Position
Flowers Bakeries Sales of SoCal, LLC is hiring a Route Sales Representative (RSR) to order, sell, and deliver fresh baked products. The RSR builds and maintains strong customer relationships, uses data and marketing plans to support customer growth, and works with customers to increase sales and satisfaction. The role involves expanding shelf space, creating in-store displays and promotions, and rotating products to maximize shelf life. The RSR works independently and as part of a team in a Direct Store Delivery environment. The position requires flexibility to serve accounts during designated customer service windows, work varying days and nontraditional hours, and start early—generally around 3:00 a.m. Days off are generally Wednesday and Sunday. The employee checks the delivery vehicle daily, maintains accurate vehicle and service records, reports maintenance issues promptly, and completes driver, time, and hours-of-service logs. Company-paid training lasts four weeks.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Have held a valid driver’s license for at least three years.
- Have a valid state driver’s license and documented safe driving record.
- Be able to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card.
- Meet Fleet Insurance Guidelines.
- Adhere to federal, state, and local rules regarding operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV).
- Be able to push or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Be able to work varying workdays and early morning start times, and serve accounts during designated service windows, including nontraditional business hours.
Nice To Haves
- Sales experience.
- Delivery driver experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Order, sell, and deliver fresh baked products.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through effective communication, planning, ordering, and execution.
- Increase sales by expanding shelf space and creatively displaying in-store promotions and displays.
- Rotate products properly to maximize product shelf life.
- Use data and marketing plans to drive customer growth and satisfaction.
- Check the delivery vehicle daily, keep accurate records, promptly report maintenance issues, and complete daily driver, time, and hours-of-service logs.
- Complete the best practices of RSR training.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits or coverage.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Professional growth and leadership training.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Four weeks of company-paid training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
