Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA is a leading bakery company known for its popular brands such as Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat, Thomas', Sara Lee, Entenmann's, and Marinela. With more than 20,000 associates working in bakeries, sales centers, offices, and on sales routes, Bimbo Bakeries USA is dedicated to delivering fresh, quality baked goods to consumers nationwide. The company prides itself on providing a safe and inclusive work environment that values diversity, promotes personal and professional development, and allows associates to be their authentic selves. Bimbo Bakeries USA is recognized not only for its expansive product range but also for its commitment to its employees through competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. The culture at Bimbo is one of teamwork, inclusion, and continuous growth, making it an attractive employer in the food manufacturing and distribution industry.

The role of a Route Sales Professional at Bimbo Bakeries USA is vital to the company's success and customer satisfaction. As part of the largest baking company in the world, the Route Sales Professional plays a central role in driving sales, managing customer accounts, and ensuring the proper merchandising of products at retail locations. The position offers a weekly base pay of $325 plus commission, with an average annual salary range of $42,000 to $60,000. This full-time role requires a commitment to a 40-hour workweek and comes with full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

The Route Sales Professional is responsible for merchandising, stocking, and rotating baked goods to maintain product quality and freshness, while simultaneously promoting sales growth by securing new display spaces and launching incremental displays. This role involves proactive store-level strategy implementation, customer relationship management, and follow-up on new account opportunities to expand the brand’s presence. The candidate will also introduce new products and services to maximize sales within existing territories.

Additionally, the role requires conducting daily route settlements, accounting for all products, invoices, and cash transactions to ensure accurate inventory management. The professional must operate company trucks safely while maintaining Department of Transportation (DOT) daily logs and submitting all required documentation and deposits on time. Physical demands of the job include the ability to climb, push, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel frequently, with responsibilities also demanding consistent use of manual dexterity. Bimbo Bakeries USA prioritizes compliance with DOT regulations and mandates a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, as well as the ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card. For certain locations (Indiana, Michigan, Tennessee), obtaining a Chauffeur License is also necessary. Overall, this position offers a dynamic, engaging career path with a comprehensive support system for associates in a stable and respected global company.