Route Salesperson

Martin's Snacks•Reading, PA

69d

About The Position

Responsible for the sales of all current and new products to all accounts within a designated territory, ensuring customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs are met.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent and;
One-three months related experience and/or training or;
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to compute ratios and percentages.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out verbal or written instructions.
Basic computer skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Drives route truck to deliver product to the customer.
Rotates stock on truck and in stores to ensure freshness and to comply with stale %.
Communicates with store management to acquire additional displays and shelf space.
Sells total product line.
Effectively solicits new accounts.
Sets up clean, neat product displays ensuring a good mix of product while adhering to store policies.
Loads and unloads product.
Maintains route book to log directions, stop sequence, and contacts.
Maintains cleanliness of truck and equipment.
Utilizes hand-held computer and handles cash for sales transactions.
Prepares order forms and sales contracts.