Route Sales Professional

Bimbo Bakeries USA stands as the largest baking company in the world, bringing beloved brands such as Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat breads, Thomas' English muffins and bagels, and Sara Lee, Entenmann's, and Marinela cakes and donuts into homes across the nation. With a dedicated workforce of more than 20,000 associates spanning bakeries, sales centers, offices, and sales routes, Bimbo Bakeries USA ensures that consumers have access to the freshest and highest quality bakery products every meal time. The company is committed not only to delivering excellent products but also to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, personal development is encouraged, and associates can bring their authentic selves to work.

This employment opportunity is for the position of Route Sales Professional, a vital role within the company where you will be part of the family that drives Bimbo Bakeries' success across various national markets. The role offers competitive weekly base pay starting at $476 with additional commission potential, creating an average annual income ranging from $65,000 to $75,000. Working Wednesday and Sunday off, this schedule affords employees a balanced work-life dynamic.

As a Route Sales Professional, you will be responsible for merchandising, stocking, and maintaining product freshness and quality by ensuring proper rotation on store shelves and displays. Your expertise in sales will be crucial as you work to grow market presence by securing additional display spaces, negotiating incremental displays, and deploying sales data analytics to inform store-level strategies. Building strong customer relations by managing new accounts, executing promotional campaigns, and introducing innovative products will be central to your daily responsibilities. Furthermore, you will perform essential route management duties including daily settlement procedures, inventory management, and handling paperwork accurately and promptly.

Operating safely and efficiently while driving the company route truck is a key part of the role, requiring adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations including maintaining daily logs. The position calls for a professional who is proactive, has excellent interpersonal skills, and is committed to supporting the brand’s mission and values in the field. The company emphasizes employee development and offers benefits subject to collective bargaining agreements including pension plans, medical and dental insurance, holiday pay, and paid time off, reinforcing Bimbo Bakeries USA's reputation as a great employer that values its workforce and their well-being.