Route Sales Representative

Freudenberg Group

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Freudenberg Group is a global technology group with 51,000 employees dedicated to making the world cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable through various applications, including indoor air filtration, automotive components, and wound healing. The company promises a "wow" experience for its employees, fostering a networked and diverse environment for individual growth. This Route Sales Representative role involves sales and delivery of products, customer relationship management, planning and executing daily route schedules, and managing warehouse and truck inventory. The position requires adherence to safety and DOT policies, routine vehicle maintenance, and daily communication and reporting to the District Manager using handheld equipment. Additionally, the representative is responsible for ensuring store compliance with planograms and participating in store resets and special projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD).
Ability to work independently, plan effectively, and make informed business decisions without direct supervision.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet in length.
Clean driving record.
Ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Physical and DOT Medical Card with a minimum 1-year renewal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of sales strategies and inventory management.
Ability to travel and work flexible schedules as needed.

Nice To Haves

Post-high school studies.

Responsibilities

Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential new customers, ensuring consistent communication and service excellence.
Plan and execute daily route schedules, visiting customers according to the weekly receiving sheet, and servicing all accounts as required.
Load products at the warehouse daily, maintain truck inventory, and manage inventory levels for assigned customers.
Adhere to safety, Fleet, and DOT policies.
Communicate daily with the District Manager (DM) regarding sales, potential opportunities, and operational updates.
Conduct routine inspections of the company vehicle and report any major maintenance issues to the DM.
Upload and communicate daily sales transactions using handheld equipment, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to the DM.
Ensure stores adhere to planograms (POGs) and maintain displays according to company guidelines.
Make end-of-day calls to the DM to report on completed activities, potential sales opportunities, and plans for the next day.
Perform other duties as assigned, including participation in store resets and special projects as needed.