Route Driver/Salesman

Canada Bread - Bimbo; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimbo Canada is seeking a Route Driver/Salesman in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. This full-time role covers Bridgewater, Lunenburg, Chester, and New Ross with a 3–4 a.m. start and roughly 55 hours per week.

You will operate an established route, deliver products, merchandise shelves, and provide excellent customer service. A valid driver’s license and a high school diploma are required; training is provided.

Qualifications

• Customer service and communication skills are required.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license; driver’s abstract available on request.
• Physical ability to push/pull/lift up to 150 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate an established route including ordering, delivery, merchandising and customer service.
• Set up and load orders for customers and stock shelves.
• Deliver products to scheduled customers on a route covering Bridgewater and surrounding areas.
• Stock and rotate products on store shelves and displays; set up promotional materials.
• Generate invoices using a handheld computer and manage daily cash settlement.
• Complete required paperwork and follow directions from Market and Regional Sales Leaders.
• Follow up on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Organized

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Handheld computer

Job description

Position: Route Driver/Salesman
Address: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Shift: Tuesday to Saturday, with early morning starts (3–4 a.m.); approximately 55 hours per week
Job Type: Full-Time

• $25 per hour

Hiring Requirements

• Route Coverage: Bridgewater, Lunenburg, Chester and New Ross.
• Training will be provided.
• Operate an established route, including ordering, delivery, merchandising, and providing customer service to assigned accounts.
• Set up and load orders in bulk or by customer.
• Operate a 5-ton or cube van in the city and highways in all safe weather conditions. ( Vehicle will be provided).
• Deliver products to established scheduled customers.
• Stock and rotate product on store shelves and displays.
• Set up displays and promotional materials such as pricing signs and banners.
• Maintain stock levels by ordering regular and feature items.
• Merchandise all accounts to standard.
• Establish positive working relationships with the primary contacts at each account.
• Generate invoices using a hand held computer and maintain responsibility for daily cash settlement.
• Complete fully accurately all necessary paperwork.
• Follow directions of the Market Sales Leader & Regional Sales Leader.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Valid Driver's License (Driver's Abstract must be provided on request).
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and must be self-motivated.
• Must be organized and methodical.
• Must be able to push/pull/lift to 150 lbs.
• Physically fit and able to perform frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Growth Opportunities

Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.

Innovation

Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.

Working Conditions

The smell in our facilities is like fresh baked bread and our facilities are clean and safe.

Why Work For Us?

As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.

The Bimbo Way

We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way.

We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes! This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities.We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at [e-mail].