Route Sales Representative

Old Dutch Foods Ltd; Halifax; On-site; CAD 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned snack company is seeking a Route Sales Representative to deliver and merchandise products while providing excellent customer service. The role offers training, a competitive commission-based salary, and the opportunity for career advancement in a supportive environment. Candidates with sales or retail experience and a valid driver's license are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Commission pay

Company benefits

Future advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Sales or retail experience is an asset.
• Valid and clean driver's license required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, sell, and merchandise products.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure product freshness.
• Operate a handheld invoicing system.

Skills

Sales experience

Retail experience

Effective organization skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Minimum Grade 12 education

Post-Secondary education

Job description

If you enjoy independence and are looking for a stable career in a growing industry, this is an ideal opportunity for you! As a Route Sales Representative, you would service retailers with an assortment of popular snack food brands.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, sell, and merchandise Old Dutch/Humpty Dumpty products.
• Fill store shelves and displays (delivery trucks are used and driver training is provided).
• Manage inventory levels and ensure product freshness.
• Follow an established delivery/service schedule.
• Operate a handheld invoicing computer system and be responsible for daily settlements.
• Service and communicate to customers in a professional and courteous manner.

Requirements

• Sales experience or retail experience is an asset.
• Minimum Grade 12 education. (Post-Secondary education is an asset.)
• Valid and clean driver\'s license. (Driver\'s abstract will be requested.)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective organization skills and can handle multiple priorities.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Able to perform physically demanding work (lifting, bending, kneeling, etc.).
• A reliable vehicle to get to worksites before accessing work vehicle.

Training and Remuneration

• Comprehensive training that will give you the skills and confidence to succeed.
• Old Dutch Foods Ltd. offers a competitive wage based on commission paid weekly, company benefits, Monday to Friday planned work week, and future advancement opportunities.

Old Dutch Foods Ltd. is a proud family-owned company offering high quality snacks and service for over 65 years. Old Dutch first started in Winnipeg as a little chip company with a lot of heart. Soon, our tradition of making and delivering great-tasting snacks spread throughout all of Canada. Since 1954, our windmill has stood for quality and trust, old World charm, and a desire to create a long-lasting chip and snack tradition. We would like to offer the right individual an opportunity to become part of our Old Dutch family and enjoy a long-term career. Old Dutch isn\'t just about chips; we have terrific snacks and many other products including our Humpty Dumpty brand. All this, plus great service, has kept Old Dutch in stores and homes across the Country.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Commission pay; earning expectations of approximately $42,000/year.
• Company benefits.
• Monday to Friday planned work week.
• Future advancement opportunities.