Vending Route Merchandiser

Apex Restaurant and Market Solutions, Inc.

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 46,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

No nights / weekends
Health insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Advancement opportunities

Job summary

APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is seeking a reliable Vending Route Driver for a Monday–Friday daytime route across multiple customer locations. You will stock vending machines and micro markets, manage inventory, and ensure accounts are clean and ready for customers.

You will operate independently while staying connected with the team via handheld technology and cloud systems. Training is provided to learn vending tech, food safety, and micro-market merchandising.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
  • Dependable, hardworking and customer-focused.
  • Able to manage time and work independently.
  • Comfortable using handheld technology and learning new systems.

Responsibilities

  • Own your route and complete assigned duties each day.
  • Drive between customer accounts safely and efficiently.
  • Service vending machines and micro markets and restock products.
  • Maintain inventory levels and keep accounts organized and appealing.
  • Provide excellent customer service and build relationships with contacts.

Skills

Dependable
Hardworking
Customer-focused
Organized
Time management
Monday–Friday availability
Valid driver’s license
Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld technology

Job description

  • Base Pay $1,000.00 - $1,500.00 / Week
  • Other Compensation Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Medical Benefits, 401(k) Plan
  • Job Category Vending Operator, Store merchandising, Route Driver
  • Employee Type Exempt FT
  • Manage Others No

APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is looking for our next GREAT EMPLOYEE!

We’re looking for a dependable, hardworking, and customer-focused Vending Route Driver to join our team. In this role, you’ll travel to customer accounts throughout the day, keeping vending machines and micro markets fully stocked, fresh, clean, and ready for employees to enjoy.

And one of the best parts? NO nights and NO weekends! You'll enjoy a Monday–Friday daytime schedule while working independently and being part of a team that wants you to succeed.

If you like being on the road, enjoy interacting with people, take pride in your work, and want an opportunity to grow with a company that promotes from within, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why You'll Love Working at APEX
  • NO nights and NO weekends!
  • Enjoy a work-life balance that works for you
  • Work independently while being part of a supportive team
  • Drive to a variety of customer locations throughout the day
  • Learn vending technology and micro market operations
  • Build relationships with customers and account contacts
  • Opportunities for advancement—we PROMOTE FROM WITHIN!
  • Competitive pay
  • Health insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Be part of a company that values people, service, teamwork, and growth
Position Overview

As a Vending Route Driver, you'll be the face of APEX at many of our customer locations.

You'll drive an assigned route, service vending machines, merchandise micro markets, and make sure our customers have the products they need. You'll use handheld technology to communicate real-time information with our cloud-based systems, maintain accurate inventory, and make sure each account looks clean, organized, and fully stocked.

This is an active, independent position where you'll have the opportunity to build relationships with customers while taking ownership of your route and making sure every account receives great service.

Don't have vending experience? That's okay! APEX provides comprehensive training in vending technology, micro market merchandising, and food safety.

What You'll Do
Own Your Route
  • Complete your assigned route duties each day
  • Drive safely and efficiently between customer accounts
  • Service vending machines and micro markets according to established schedules
  • Restock refreshment products and maintain appropriate inventory levels
  • Make sure each account is stocked, organized, and ready for customers
  • Manage your time effectively to complete your route each day
  • Take pride in the appearance and condition of every account you service
Use Technology to Keep Things Moving

Technology is an important part of today's vending business.

  • Use handheld computer technology to communicate with vending machines and micro markets
  • Transfer real-time sales and inventory information to APEX's cloud-based systems
  • Accurately record inventory and product movement
  • Use technology to help identify product needs and maintain appropriate inventory levels
  • Learn and confidently use APEX's vending and inventory systems
  • Complete required route documentation accurately and on time
Create a Great Customer Experience

You’ll be one of the most visible APEX team members at our customer locations.

  • Greet customers and account contacts in a friendly and professional manner
  • Communicate with customers courteously and respectfully
  • Respond to questions and concerns professionally
  • Maintain a positive attitude at every account
  • Pay attention to the details that make the customer experience better
  • Represent APEX and our brand with professionalism
  • Treat every customer and account with the highest level of respect
Keep Products Fresh & Safe

Food safety and product quality are an important part of the APEX experience.

  • Follow all APEX food safety and handling procedures
  • Properly handle, transport, and store food and beverage products
  • Monitor product freshness and expiration dates
  • Rotate products appropriately
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels
  • Remove damaged or expired products as required
  • Keep vending machines and micro markets clean, organized, and appealing
  • Minimize product waste and loss
Take Pride in Your Truck & Equipment
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional delivery truck
  • Load and organize products efficiently
  • Safely handle product totes and inventory
  • Inspect equipment and report problems or maintenance needs
  • Treat company vehicles, equipment, products, and other assets with care
  • Follow all company driving and safety policies
Be Part of the Team

Although you'll spend much of your day on the road, you'll always be part of the APEX team.

  • Communicate effectively with your manager and support team
  • Participate in training and team meetings as required
  • Help teammates when needed
  • Be willing to learn new technology, products, and processes
  • Cross-train on other areas of the business
  • Look for opportunities to improve your route and customer service
  • Bring a positive attitude to work every day
  • Show a willingness to grow with APEX
Grow Your Career

At APEX, we believe in promoting our people.

We want employees who are interested in building a career—not just finding a job.

As you learn the business and demonstrate your leadership, reliability, and commitment to great service, there may be opportunities to advance into other positions within APEX.

We PROMOTE FROM WITHIN!

Requirements
What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, customer-focused, and ready to take ownership of their route.

The ideal candidate is:

  • Dependable and punctual
  • Hardworking and self-motivated
  • Friendly, professional, and customer-focused
  • Comfortable working independently
  • Organized and able to manage time effectively
  • Comfortable using handheld technology and learning new systems
  • Able to perform basic math calculations
  • Detail-oriented and takes pride in their work
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Willing to learn and grow with the company
  • A team player who is willing to help wherever needed
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Valid driver's license—Kansas or Missouri Class E, as applicable
  • Able to successfully complete required company screening, including a DOT physical/examination, background check, and drug screening
  • Previous vending, delivery, route, warehouse, retail, restaurant, or customer service experience is a plus—but we're willing to train the right person!
Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This is an active position that requires regular driving, lifting, stocking, and movement throughout the workday.

  • Ability to regularly lift and carry product totes weighing approximately 25–40 pounds
  • Ability to bend, twist, squat, reach, and lift throughout the day
  • Ability to load and unload products from a company vehicle
  • Ability to push, pull, and maneuver carts or equipment as needed
  • Ability to stand and walk while servicing customer accounts
  • Ability to safely perform repetitive lifting and stocking activities
  • Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position

Summary

The APEX Difference

At APEX, we believe great service starts with great people.

As a Vending Route Driver, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your route, build relationships with customers, and make a difference every day.

You’ll receive the training and support you need to learn the business, while having the independence to manage your route and take pride in your work. And because we believe in developing our people, your opportunity doesn't have to stop with this position.

We PROMOTE FROM WITHIN!

If you're dependable, hardworking, ready to learn, and looking for a company where you can build a career while enjoying Monday–Friday daytime hours, we'd love to have you join the APEX team!

Great People. Great Service. Great Opportunities. That's APEX.
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