Route Sales Professional Extra

Bimbo Bakeries USA is a leading baking company renowned for its extensive portfolio of beloved brands including Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat bread, Thomas English muffins and bagels, Sara Lee cakes and donuts, Entenmann’s, and Marinela. With a workforce exceeding 20,000 associates spread across bakeries, sales centers, offices, and sales routes, Bimbo Bakeries USA is committed to delivering the freshest and highest quality bakery products to consumers at every meal. The company prides itself on fostering a safe and inclusive work environment that embraces diversity, promotes professional development, and encourages associates to be their authentic selves. This commitment has made it one of the largest and most reputable baking companies not only in the United States but globally.

The role of Route Sales Professional Extra at Bimbo Bakeries USA offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team that plays a crucial part in the company's operations and growth strategy. This full-time position is critical in driving sales, ensuring product freshness, and maintaining strong customer relationships across various retail locations. Working hours start early in the morning between 3:00 am and 4:00 am, with shifts designed to provide work-life balance by offering Wednesdays and Sundays off. This position may require overnight travel to cities across Nebraska including Omaha, Sioux City, Spencer, Norfolk, O'Neill, Grand Island, and Kearney, reflecting the regional nature of the job and the company's broad delivery network.

The Route Sales Professional is responsible for merchandising, stocking, and rotating products to guarantee top quality and freshness for consumers. They play an active role in boosting sales by securing new display spaces and strategically setting up incremental displays informed by sales data. This proactive approach helps in expanding market presence and optimizing shelf space. The role also involves following up on new account opportunities and executing promotions effectively. Daily operational responsibilities include conducting route settlements to account for all products, invoices, and cash, maintaining accurate inventory counts, and safely driving the company route truck while completing Department of Transportation (DOT) daily logs. Timely submission of documentation, paperwork, and deposits is essential to ensure smooth business operations.

Compensation for this role is competitive, with a weekly base pay complemented by commission, averaging between $55,000 and $60,000 annually. Additional pay is provided for covering routes within a 2-3 hour radius around Lincoln. Mileage and meal reimbursements are available when using a personal vehicle for travel, and travel may necessitate overnight hotel stays. Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, underscoring Bimbo Bakeries USA’s commitment to associate well-being and job satisfaction.

This role requires candidates to be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record, and be able to maintain a DOT medical card. Experienced individuals in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD) are preferred, highlighting the importance of prior hands-on experience on the sales route. The ability to meet physical demands such as climbing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, and kneeling for extended periods is crucial. Language skills in English sufficient to navigate highway signs and interact effectively with customers are also necessary.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is proud of its inclusive culture, equal employment opportunity policies, and commitment to accommodating qualified individuals with disabilities. The company maintains strict adherence to employment laws and values the contributions of veterans, disabled persons, and diverse backgrounds. Joining Bimbo Bakeries USA means becoming part of a family dedicated to baking excellence, customer satisfaction, and associate growth, making it an ideal workplace for driven individuals seeking rewarding careers in the baking industry.