Route Sales Representative

Aunt Millie's Careers•White Lake, MI

17d

About The Position

The Route Sales Representative (RSR) manages a specific route in the wholesale baking and route distribution industry, building and maintaining customer relationships and representing the Aunt Millie's brand to grocery store managers, receiving personnel, and other store staff. The role delivers and sells products to established accounts, stocks retail shelves, plans customer orders, and looks for opportunities to grow business while helping maintain product freshness. The position involves active, hands-on work, including transporting products from company vehicles into retail establishments and loading and unloading bread baskets throughout the day. RSRs use an iPad to manage route activities and must safely operate company vehicles and follow safe work procedures. Compensation is base salary plus commission. Standard benefits may be offered depending on the position and will be discussed during the interview.

Requirements

Enjoy engaging with people and prefer an active role over desk work.
Strong driving skills.
Valid driver's license and a clean three-year driving record.
Able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
At least 21 years old, as required by DOT regulations.
Successfully pass a drug screening.
Basic math skills for essential job tasks.
Strong work ethic and pride in delivering quality work.
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service with enthusiasm and dedication.
No convictions in the past three years for DUI/DWI or similar alcohol/drug-related offenses, careless or reckless driving, chemical test refusal, driving after suspension (unless not notified), fleeing or eluding a police officer, leaving the scene of an accident, passing a stopped school bus, speeding 15 or more miles above the speed limit, or three or more driving violations (excluding seat belt violations).

Responsibilities

Cultivate and nurture relationships with existing accounts to foster customer loyalty.
Deliver and sell products to established accounts, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
Transport products from company vehicles to retail establishments and stock shelves.
Preplan and fulfill specific orders for each customer to maximize efficiency.
Use an iPad to manage route activities, including order tracking and customer communication.
Identify and capitalize on opportunities to generate additional business.
Implement strategies to minimize product expiration and maintain freshness.
Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and company policies.
Follow safe work procedures to ensure personal and public safety.
Load and unload bread baskets throughout the day, following proper lifting and handling protocols.