Route Sales Representative

Freudenberg; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg in the United States is seeking a Direct Sales Distribution professional to deliver products, build strong customer relationships, and maximize on-shelf opportunities.

You will plan daily routes, load products at the warehouse, and ensure compliance with DOT policies while keeping the District Manager informed of sales and operations. This role requires independent work, travel, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; post-high school studies preferred.
• Experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD).
• Ability to work independently and make informed business decisions without supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT Medical Physical and DOT Medical Card (1-year renewals).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of sales strategies and inventory management.
• Ability to travel and work flexible schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers and sell additional products to maximize sales opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships and service excellence.
• Plan and execute daily route schedules, visiting customers weekly.
• Load products at the warehouse and manage truck inventory.
• Adhere to safety, Fleet, and DOT policies; report updates to the District Manager.
• Inspect the company vehicle and report major maintenance issues.
• Upload daily sales transactions using handheld equipment; report to the DM.
• Ensure stores follow planograms and maintain displays.
• Make end-of-day calls to the DM about progress and opportunities.
• Participate in store resets and special projects as needed.

Skills

DSD sales

Microsoft Office

Time management

Sales strategy

Inventory management

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

DOT medical card

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Sales and Delivery: Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities.
• Customer Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential new customers, ensuring consistent communication and service excellence.
• Route Operations: Plan and execute daily route schedules, visiting customers according to the weekly receiving sheet, and servicing all accounts as required.
• Warehouse and Inventory Management: Load products at the warehouse daily, maintain truck inventory, and manage inventory levels for assigned customers.
• Compliance and Communication: Adhere to safety, Fleet, and DOT policies; communicate daily with the District Manager (DM) regarding sales, potential opportunities, and operational updates.
• Truck Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections of the company vehicle and report any major maintenance issues to the DM.
• System and Reporting Updates: Upload and communicate daily sales transactions using handheld equipment, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to the DM.
• Store Compliance: Ensure stores adhere to planograms (POGs) and maintain displays according to company guidelines.
• Daily Communication: Make end-of-day calls to the DM to report on completed activities, potential sales opportunities, and plans for the next day.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned, including participation in store resets and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (post-high school studies preferred).
• Experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD).
• Ability to work independently, plan effectively, and make informed business decisions without direct supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet in length.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Physical and DOT Medical Card with a minimum 1-year renewal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of sales strategies and inventory management.
• Ability to travel and work flexible schedules as needed.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc. Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.