Route Sales Driver - Specialty Foods

Job Overview:

We are currently offering a part-time opportunity for a Specialty Foods Route Delivery Driver & Sales Representative with a potential to become a full time position. In this role, you’ll be the face of our company, delivering not just our products but also a top-tier customer experience. Your ability to connect with customers, understand their needs, and build lasting relationships is key to our success.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver orders with punctuality and accuracy, ensuring customer satisfaction with every visit.

Engage with customers to develop and maintain strong relationships with current customers, understanding their needs and ensuring their satisfaction.

Identify and secure new sales opportunities through in-person visits and networking within the food and hospitality industry.

Conduct on-site visits to client locations for inventory evaluation and facilitate tailored order placements, guaranteeing consistent availability of our specialty food offerings.

Provide feedback from customers to enhance our product offerings and service.

Meet or exceed sales targets while contributing to the overall growth of the company.

Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times, representing the company’s brand effectively.

Must-Have Qualification:

Proven experience in delivery driving and outside sales, preferably in the food distribution industry.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and persuade.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

A clean driving record and a valid driver’s license.

Physical ability to lift and transport heavy orders on regular bases.

Proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

Knowledge of the SF Bay Area and its food service industry.

A fervent passion for specialty foods and a dedication to delivering quality and customer service.

Join Our Team: In our close-knit team, each member is an integral part of our success. Our ideal candidate is someone who is:

Self-Motivated: You take initiative, show enthusiasm for your work, and are driven to achieve excellence without constant oversight.

Driven: You possess an inner drive to succeed, set ambitious goals, and are committed to professional growth and company success.

Self-Managed: You have the ability to organize your tasks, manage your time effectively, and make decisions independently.

We value team members who can thrive in a small team environment, where autonomy and accountability are the keys to our collective success.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Days:

• No weekends

Experience:

• Route driving: 2 years (Required)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Google Suite: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Novato, CA 94949 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Novato, CA 94949: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $24