Route Sales Driver - Micro Markets - Baltimore-Washington

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, serving millions of guests daily in 15 countries around the world. With a mission rooted deeply in service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark is dedicated to doing great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company values diversity and equal employment opportunity, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, or other legally protected statuses. Aramark prioritizes the professional growth of its workforce by fostering talents, fueling passions, and empowering individuals through a range of career development opportunities. Their commitment extends beyond business goals, focusing on sustainable practices and corporate social responsibility to positively impact the community and environment globally.

The role of Route Sales Driver at Aramark is both dynamic and essential in building and maintaining strong business partnerships with customers. This position is pivotal in driving sales growth, enhancing customer retention, and ensuring excellent service and product delivery. As a Route Sales Driver, you will be responsible for engaging with key decision makers directly through ongoing conversations to gather customer insights. These insights are crucial for tailoring product offerings and services to meet customer needs effectively, thereby increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Your duties will revolve around maintaining an account ownership mentality where you take charge of the client relationship, focusing on retaining business and seeking opportunities for account growth. You will deliver and stock products efficiently, ensuring merchandise is fresh, rotated, and properly maintained. Safety and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations are paramount, as the role involves the operation of company vehicles safely and maintaining their cleanliness and performance. You will also be responsible for managing inventory levels at customer locations, conducting accurate accounting of products and monetary transactions daily, and adhering to Aramark’s rigorous food safety policies.

The Route Sales Driver must be proactive in identifying sales opportunities, soliciting new business, and expanding the customer base through lead generation and referrals. Collaboration and clear communication with regional and site management, as well as customer service associates, form a key part of the role to ensure service problems are resolved swiftly, and customers’ needs are proactively addressed. This role demands strong interpersonal skills, responsiveness to shifting demands, and the ability to communicate with efficiency and effectiveness in a range of circumstances.

In terms of compensation, this position offers a competitive hourly rate of $24.92. Additionally, Aramark provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid leave for parental and disability cases, along with extensive work-life resources. Benefit offerings may vary by location and employee eligibility but underscore the company’s commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of its team members.

In summary, the Route Sales Driver role at Aramark is ideal for individuals who enjoy engaging customer interaction, have a knack for sales, and thrive in an organized, safety-conscious environment that values integrity and service excellence. This role offers the chance to be part of a global organization that invests in its people and communities while delivering top-tier service and products to clients every day.