Route Sales Representative- Central and Northeastern Connecticut
About The Position
At ZWILLING J.A. Henckels, the Route Sales Representative supports the company’s commercial knife sharpening program. This role is the customer-facing link between ZWILLING and restaurants, culinary schools, and foodservice partners, providing timely, professional pick-up and delivery of knife sets and products. The representative helps customers receive expertly sharpened knives that support kitchen efficiency and safety. The position also focuses on building customer relationships, identifying sales opportunities, and using company technology to support customer accounts and service needs. The representative works with sharpening technicians and customer service staff to coordinate schedules and address client needs, while maintaining the delivery vehicle and representing the brand professionally.
Requirements
- A clean driving record is required.
- Strong commitment to customer service and representing the ZWILLING brand with pride.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Ability to lift and transport knife sets and boxes weighing up to 30 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Previous route driving, delivery, or sales experience is preferred.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Deliver freshly sharpened knife sets and products according to established routes and schedules.
- Represent ZWILLING’s quality and professionalism in client interactions and foster long-term relationships.
- Maintain the delivery vehicle to company standards for cleanliness and reliability.
- Coordinate service schedules and address client needs in collaboration with sharpening technicians and the customer service team.
- Use company-provided tablets, Salesforce, route management tools, and other digital platforms to access customer information, document visits, update account details, and support sales and payment activity.
- Identify opportunities to recommend and sell ZWILLING products and services based on customer needs, supporting account growth.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
