Route Sales Representative - Commercial Knife Sharpening (CT)
About The Position
The Route Sales Representative serves as the link between ZWILLING J.A. Henckels’ commercial knife sharpening program and the kitchens that use its services. The role provides timely, professional pick-up and delivery of knife sets to restaurants, culinary schools, and foodservice partners, helping clients receive expertly sharpened knives. The representative delivers products on established routes and schedules, maintains the delivery vehicle, and works with sharpening technicians and customer service to coordinate service and address client needs. The role also uses company-provided digital tools to manage customer information, document visits, update accounts, and support sales and payment activity. Representatives identify opportunities to recommend and sell ZWILLING products and services based on customer needs. The schedule is mostly 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., with 10-hour workdays and a 40-hour guaranteed work week. The schedule may fluctuate based on business needs. Compensation is $20.00–$24.00 per hour plus an incentive bonus.
Requirements
- A clean driving record.
- Commitment to customer service and representing the ZWILLING brand professionally.
- Dependability, punctuality, and ability to work independently.
- Ability to lift and transport knife sets and boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous route driving or delivery experience.
- Bilingual skills.
Responsibilities
- Deliver freshly sharpened knife sets and products according to established routes and schedules.
- Represent the ZWILLING brand professionally and build long-term client 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 customer service.
- 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.
- Benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
