Bakery Route Sales Pro: Deliveries & Growth

CHICAGO BAKING COMPANY; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chicago Baking Company is seeking a Route Sales Representative to manage an assigned delivery route in Aurora, IL, ensuring timely orders, merchandising, and inventory control. You will build strong customer relationships, execute promotions, and identify opportunities to grow sales across existing accounts.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to meet DOT requirements, with flexibility for early mornings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills to complete daily route and sales activities.
• Previous Direct Store Delivery (DSD) or route sales experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to meet DOT requirements, including passing a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Manage your assigned route to ensure efficient product ordering, delivery, merchandising, and inventory management.
• Build strong relationships with customers by delivering exceptional service and responding to their business needs.
• Execute promotions, seasonal displays, and holiday merchandising plans to maximize sales and product visibility.
• Deliver products accurately and on time while meeting customer expectations and contract requirements.
• Identify opportunities to introduce new products, expand shelf space, and increase sales within existing accounts.
• Merchandise products to create attractive, fully stocked displays that drive customer purchases.
• Represent Chicago Baking Company with professionalism while serving as a trusted partner to your customers.
• Monitor route performance and take proactive steps to improve sales, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

DSD/route sales experience

Driver's license

Physical stamina

DOT compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Chicago Baking Company is seeking a Route Sales Representative to manage an assigned delivery route in Aurora, IL, ensuring timely orders, merchandising, and inventory control. You will build strong customer relationships, execute promotions, and identify opportunities to grow sales across existing accounts.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to meet DOT requirements, with flexibility for early mornings and weekends.