What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Sales Professional position at Bimbo Bakeries USA?
Overview
Bimbo Bakeries USA is the largest baking company in the world, with over 20,000 associates nationwide. We are dedicated to providing our consumers with the freshest products at every meal.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position ranges from $50,000 to $60,000 annually, depending on performance. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Job Description
This role involves merchandising, stocking, and rotating products on store shelves and displays to guarantee the best quality and freshness. You will also be responsible for driving sales by securing new display space, setting up incremental displays, and using sales data to inform store-level strategies.
You will follow up on new account opportunities and build strong customer relationships while ensuring the execution of promotions. Additionally, you will introduce new products and services to maximize sales and shelf space within existing accounts and when pursuing new customers.
The role requires conducting daily route settlement procedures to account for all products, invoices, and cash while maintaining proper inventory counts. You will safely drive the company route truck and complete DOT (US Department of Transportation) daily logs. Finally, you will submit other required documentation, paperwork, and deposits on time.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- You must be at least 21 years of age or older.
- You must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
- You must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card.
- You must have the ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods as well as perform frequent reaching and use of fingers.
- Prior experience in DSD (Direct Sales Distribution) is preferred but not required.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
