Route Sales Representative

Herr Foods Inc.•Elkridge, MD

4d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Sales Representative safely drives a step-van delivery truck over an assigned route to sell, deliver, stock, and merchandise Herr’s snack products at grocery, mass-merchandise, and independent chain stores. The representative provides excellent customer service, builds relationships with customer decision-makers, grows sales and the customer base, and carries out company-sponsored promotions. The role also involves order processing, cash and invoice handling, inventory management, product rotation and credits, and daily vehicle inspections and cleaning. This is a full-time position based in Elkridge, Maryland, with a Monday–Friday schedule of approximately 45–55 hours per week. Compensation is $65,000–$70,000 per year, and the position is eligible for up to a $250 retention bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, hearing, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; and other benefits and wellness programs.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver’s license in the current state of residence.
Must have an excellent driving record, with no more than two moving violations in the past three years and no DUI convictions in the past three years.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must pass a job-related assessment with a score of 70% or better.
Must successfully pass a drug test; active employees are also subject to random drug testing.
Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English.
Must have a stable work history with good references.
Must demonstrate sound judgment and the ability to adapt quickly to different work and driving conditions.
Must have strong communication, persuasion, and organizational skills.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

Safely drive a step-van delivery truck over an assigned route.
Sell, deliver, stock, and merchandise Herr’s brand snack foods to grocery retail and independent chain stores.
Progressively increase sales volume with current customers by building relationships with key decision-makers, providing excellent customer service, inquiring about customer needs, sharing product knowledge, and using suggestive selling.
Solicit new accounts to increase the customer base.
Execute company-sponsored promotional programs by obtaining temporary and incremental product displays, shelving, and racks.
Rotate products and provide credits for stale or damaged items.
Process orders by entering product codes into handheld computers.
Collect customer payments and accurately process invoices.
Manage daily product inventory accuracy.
Conduct daily pre-trip vehicle safety inspections and maintain a clean truck.

Benefits

Medical, dental, hearing, and vision insurance.
On-site healthcare clinic and wellness programs at the company’s Nottingham, Pennsylvania facility.
401(k) contribution opportunity with company match.
Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
Paid employee referral program.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Accident, hospital, and critical illness indemnity plans.
Legal plans.
Employee assistance program services.
Tuition reimbursement.