Route Sales Representative

CAVA • Laurel, MD

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About The Position

The Route Sales Representative (RSR) at CAVA is responsible for servicing grocery store customers, primarily Whole Foods, by managing shelf inventory, organizing products, and creating invoices. This role requires a commitment to exceptional customer service and involves driving a sales route starting from the distribution center in Laurel, MD. RSRs will build relationships with existing customers and create new ones while ensuring safety and efficiency in deliveries across DC, MD, and VA.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn or ability to operate a commercial 18' vehicle or van safely (training provided).
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely.
• Ability to enter and exit a commercial vehicle or van safely on average 30-40 times per day.
• Possess a clean driving record from the past three years and consent to a background check.
• Valid driver's license with no restrictions.
• Current Medical Examiner's Certificate or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Drive a sales route starting at 4:30 AM from the distribution center in Laurel, MD.
• Accountable for customer service and sales results, achieving an accident/injury-free safety record.
• Build relationships with existing customers and create new customers, selling CAVA products to retail stores in DC, MD, and VA.
• Navigate and drive a truck or van for up to 10 hours per day, 4 days per week.
• Travel weekly to deliver orders to DC, MD, and VA.
• Work with merchandising partners to display products effectively.
• Understand and use basic ordering technologies.
• Abide by policies and procedures that support a service mindset.
• Manage timeline expectations within and across teams to deliver on responsibilities.
• Earn the trust of Team Members and Managers by embracing CAVA's values consistently.
• Show discipline in performance, communication, and attitude daily.
• Actively contribute to departmental tasks to meet company goals.
• Recognize the emotional stake each Team Member has in the success of the business.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives
• Next day pay
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Paid opportunities to give back to the community
• Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance
• 401k enrollment with CAVA contribution
• Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions
• Free CAVA food
• Casual work environment
• Opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: No Education Listed