Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA is a leading bakery company recognized for its portfolio of beloved brands including Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat breads, Thomas' English muffins and bagels, as well as Sara Lee, Entenmann's, and Marinela cakes and donuts. With more than 20,000 associates working across bakeries, sales centers, offices, and sales routes, the company is dedicated to ensuring consumers receive the freshest bakery products at every meal. Known as the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Bakeries USA prides itself on fostering a safe and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, encourages the professional growth and development of its associates, and supports individuals in being their authentic selves.

The company offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, creating an attractive employment opportunity for those seeking a fulfilling career in the baking industry. Bimbo Bakeries USA operates with the spirit of a family, emphasizing teamwork and shared success among its nationwide workforce.

The role of Route Sales Professional at Bimbo Bakeries USA is essential to maintaining the company’s strong presence at retail locations and ensuring that products reach consumers in optimum condition. This position offers an exciting chance to become part of a vast network within a globally recognized company, enable career advancement, and achieve a desirable work-life balance with a schedule that typically starts between 2 am and 4 am from Wednesday to Sunday, providing time off on other days. Compensation includes a weekly base pay of $350 plus commission, with annual average earnings ranging between $60,000 and $85,000.

As a Route Sales Professional, you will be responsible for merchandising, stocking, and guaranteeing the proper rotation of bakery products on store shelves and displays to ensure the highest quality and freshness. Driving sales growth by securing new display spaces and setting up incremental displays will be a core function, alongside analyzing sales data to strategically improve store-level product placement and promotions.

Furthermore, this role involves nurturing strong customer relationships by following up on new account opportunities and ensuring full execution of promotional campaigns. Product knowledge and enthusiasm will be key in introducing new products and services to maximize sales and shelf presence, both with existing clients and potential new customers.

Operational responsibilities include conducting daily route settlement procedures, ensuring all products, invoices, and cash are accurately accounted for, and maintaining proper inventory counts. Safely operating the company’s route truck while completing Department of Transportation (DOT) daily logs is mandatory to comply with regulatory standards. Additional administrative duties involve timely submission of required documentation, paperwork, and deposits.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is committed to supporting its associates through clear guidelines and standards, offering a rewarding environment for individuals interested in a dynamic, sales-driven career path within a reputable and trusted leader in the baking industry.