Route Sales Representative (Non-CDL)

Herr Foods Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 24,435 - 34,801; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

A regional snack food company is seeking a Route Sales Representative in the Indianapolis area. This full-time role involves driving a delivery truck to sell and deliver products to various grocery and independent stores, providing excellent customer service. The position offers an hourly wage, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, and requires strong communication and driving skills. Applicants must be at least 18, possess a valid driver's license, and have a good driving record.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license in state of residence required.
• Excellent driving record; no more than 2 moving violations in past 3 years.
• Must score 70% or higher on job-related assessment.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive delivery truck on assigned routes to sell and deliver products.
• Provide excellent customer service to stores.
• Build relationships with key decision makers.

Skills

Driving skills

Communication skills

Persuasion skills

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Route Sales Representative – hourly, $21.50 / hour with weekly pay, 5 days a week, 35–45 hours a week. Location: Chillicothe, OH (servicing Indianapolis area). Department: Route Sales.

Compensation & Benefits

Full‑time, benefit‑eligible. Benefits include medical, dental, hearing and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; annual profit sharing; paid vacation, holiday and sick time; employee referral program; truck‑home program to save on fuel.

Job Summary

Safely drive a step‑van delivery truck over assigned routes to sell, deliver, merchandise products, and provide excellent customer service to grocery, mass merchandise and independent chain stores.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence.
• Excellent driving record; no more than 2 moving violations in past 3 years; no DUI in past 3 years.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Score 70% or higher on job‑related assessment.
• Drug test and random drug testing program.
• English proficiency and strong communication, persuasion and organization skills.
• Stable work history, good references, sound judgment, ability to adapt quickly and manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Constantly reaching; frequently sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, driving and lifting up to 32 pounds.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 48 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Sell, deliver, stock and merchandise Herr’s brand snack foods to grocery retail and independent chain stores.
• Build relationships with key decision makers; provide excellent customer service.
• Inquire about customer needs, communicate product knowledge, suggestive selling.
• Solicit new accounts, execute company‑sponsored promotional programs and provide credit for stale or damaged items.
• Process orders using handheld computer; collect cash and process invoices.
• Manage daily accuracy of product inventory; conduct daily pre‑trip vehicle safety inspection and maintain a clean truck.

Contact

Human Resources: 610‑932‑6500 or [e-mail].