Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Medical

Dental

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a motivated Route Sales Professional in Savage, MN. You will manage routes and work to increase product growth across store categories. Responsibilities include merchandising products, securing new display space, and building strong customer relationships.

The role requires a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record. The position offers a base pay plus commission ranging from $65,000 to $70,000 annually along with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card.
• Ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise and ensure proper rotation of products on store shelves.
• Drive sales by securing new display space and setting up displays.
• Follow up on new account opportunities and build strong customer relationships.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving record

Ability to read and speak English

1-3 years of related experience in DSD

Job description

Route Sales Professional

We are seeking a motivated sales professional to manage routes and increase product growth in store categories.

Benefits

Weekly Base Pay + Commission ($65,000 - $70,000 annual average). Shift: 4:00 AM start time, Wednesdays and Sundays off. Benefits subject to collective bargaining agreement terms: Pension, Medical, Dental, Holidays, Paid Time Off.

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 (US Department of Transportation) daily logs.
• Submit other required documentation, paperwork, and deposits on time.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card.
• Successfully obtain a Chauffeur 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) preferred.
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently for communication, highway signs, and official inquiries.
• Consistent with United States Department of Transportation regulations.

Additional Information

The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

EEO Statement

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.