Route Sales Representative

Freudenberg • Savannah, GA

7d

About The Position

The Route Sales Representative delivers products to customers and sells additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities. The role maintains relationships with existing and prospective customers, plans and executes daily routes, and services assigned accounts. It also involves loading products at the warehouse, managing truck and customer inventory, and communicating sales and operational updates to the District Manager.

The representative follows safety, Fleet, and DOT policies; inspects the company vehicle and reports major maintenance issues; uploads daily sales transactions using handheld equipment; and ensures stores follow planograms and display guidelines. The position may also involve store resets, special projects, and other assigned duties. Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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 and ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet in length.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Physical and DOT Medical Card with a minimum one-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 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential customers through consistent communication and service.
• Plan and execute daily route schedules, visit customers according to the weekly receiving sheet, and service all assigned accounts.
• Load products at the warehouse daily, maintain truck inventory, and manage inventory levels for assigned customers.
• Follow safety, Fleet, and DOT policies.
• Communicate daily with the District Manager about sales, potential opportunities, and operational updates.
• Conduct routine inspections of the company vehicle and report major maintenance issues to the District Manager.
• Upload and communicate daily sales transactions using handheld equipment, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Ensure stores adhere to planograms and maintain displays according to company guidelines.
• Call the District Manager at the end of each day to report completed activities, potential sales opportunities, and plans for the next day.
• Participate in store resets and special projects, and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED