Route Relief - Duluth, MN

Cold Front Distribution LLC; Westminster (CO); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO accrual

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Uniforms provided

Company cell phone

Boot allowance

Résumé du poste

Cold Front Distribution is hiring a Route Relief Driver to support delivery routes in the MN district. The role focuses on servicing grocery and retail accounts, assisting sales, merchandising, and implementing displays.

The position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate. A strong customer service mindset and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Previous sales, merchandising, delivery, or route experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent customer service skills.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional weekends as business needs require.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilités

• Deliver outstanding customer service while servicing grocery and retail accounts.
• Assist with sales, merchandising, product rotation, and deliveries.
• Complete planograms, merchandising resets, and promotional displays.
• Develop new customer accounts and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Conduct monthly business reviews with assigned retail accounts when applicable.
• Support district sales goals and overall business objectives.
• Assist in training new employees and support ongoing development of sales staff.
• Learn and perform all route functions within the district.

Connaissances

Route experience

Delivery

Merchandising

Customer service

DOT compliance

Description du poste

• Employee Type Salary (FT)

Join the Cold Front Distribution Team!

At Cold Front Distribution, our goal is to be the leader in every market we serve by exceeding our customers' expectations and operating with the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service.

As a leading Direct Store Delivery (DSD) distributor, Cold Front Distribution supplies nationally recognized and regional brands of ice cream, frozen pizza, and frozen prepared foods to grocery and retail partners across a 19-state region. Our success is built on quality, reliability, and the dedication of our team members.

We're looking for a dependable, customer-focused Route Relief Driver to join our MN team. This position supports sales and delivery routes throughout the district, ensuring our customers continue to receive outstanding service.

• $65,000 annually (DOE)
• PTO begins accruing with your first paycheck
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available first of the month following hire date
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match after 6 months of employment (50% match on employee contributions up to 6%)
• Company-provided uniforms
• Company cell phone
• Annual work boot allowance
• Provide relief coverage for sales and delivery routes as needed.
• Deliver outstanding customer service while servicing grocery and retail accounts.
• Assist with sales, merchandising, product rotation, and deliveries.
• Complete planograms, merchandising resets, and promotional displays.
• Develop new customer accounts and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Conduct monthly business reviews with assigned retail accounts when applicable.
• Support district sales goals and overall business objectives.
• Assist in training new employees and support ongoing development of sales staff.
• Learn and perform all route functions within the district.

Safety & DOT Responsibilities

• Promote safe driving and safe work practices at all times.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable DOT, federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
• Assist with coordinating vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Respond to warehouse and freezer temperature monitoring alerts when required.

Qualifications

• Previous sales, merchandising, delivery, or route experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent customer service skills.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional weekends as business needs require.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Travel

• Some travel throughout the assigned territory

Summary

At Cold Front Distribution, our goal is to be the leader in every market we serve by exceeding our customers' expectations and operating with the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service. We take pride in delivering quality products while building lasting relationships with our customers and supporting the communities we serve.

Now Hiring: Route Relief Driver - Duluth/Superior MN area