Route Sales Driver: Morning Shift, Bonuses & Benefits

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First shift

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA in Columbus, OH is seeking a Route Rider to merchandise, stock, and ensure proper rotation of products on store shelves while driving sales through enhanced displays and promotions. You will build strong customer relationships and manage route paperwork daily.

This 1st shift role requires a valid driver's license, ability to obtain a DOT medical card, and basic English communication. Prior DSD experience is preferred; expect early hours and physical route duties.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card.
• Successfully able to obtain Chauffer License (If job location is in IN, MI, TN).
• Ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods as well as perform frequent reaching and use of fingers.
• 1-3 years of related experience in DSD (Direct Sales Distribution) is preferred.
• Consistent with United States Department of Transportation regulations, the ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise, stock, and ensure the proper rotation of products on store shelves and displays to guarantee the best quality and freshness.
• Drive sales by securing new display space, setting up incremental displays, and using sales data to inform store-level strategies.
• Follow up on new account opportunities and build strong customer relationships while ensuring the execution of promotions.
• Introduce new products and services to maximize sales and shelf space within existing accounts and when pursuing new customers.
• Conduct daily route settlement procedures to account for all products, invoices, and cash while maintaining proper inventory counts.
• Safely drive the company route truck and complete DOT daily logs.
• Submit other required documentation, paperwork, and deposits on time.

Job description

Bimbo Bakeries USA in Columbus, OH is seeking a Route Rider to merchandise, stock, and ensure proper rotation of products on store shelves while driving sales through enhanced displays and promotions. You will build strong customer relationships and manage route paperwork daily.

This 1st shift role requires a valid driver's license, ability to obtain a DOT medical card, and basic English communication. Prior DSD experience is preferred; expect early hours and physical route duties.