Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
competitive pay
inclusive work environment
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Bimbo Bakeries USA is a leading bakery company known for its diverse portfolio of beloved brands such as Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat, Thomas' English Muffins, Sara Lee, Entenmann's, and Marinela. With over 20,000 associates working across bakeries, sales centers, offices, and sales routes, the company is dedicated to ensuring that consumers have access to the freshest bakery products at every meal. Bimbo Bakeries USA places a strong emphasis on creating a safe and inclusive work environment that values diversity, encourages personal and professional development, and allows associates to express their authentic selves. The company supports its workforce with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, making it a preferred employer in the food production and distribution industry.
The role of Route Sales Specialist at Bimbo Bakeries USA is critical for maintaining and expanding the company's reach to its customer base. This position involves delivering fresh products to existing customers, setting up new accounts, and effectively merchandising products to maximize sales potential. The Route Sales Specialist plays an integral role in supporting sales initiatives by working closely with customers to develop ordering and display opportunities. This job offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment where the specialist acts as a vital link between the company and its retail partners. It also provides an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing directly to the success of a growing organization experiencing increased demand for its products.
As a Route Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining route operations including ordering, distribution, merchandising, and promotional activities. You will take part in holiday planning and customer service efforts, ensuring that customer expectations are met or exceeded. The position requires collaboration with Route Sales Professionals to align strategies across account chains and includes duties like providing vacation relief, assisting with training new employees, and participating in rack resets to ensure store displays are optimized.
The company offers excellent compensation with a base pay and commission structure averaging between $60,000 and $70,000 annually. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and a retirement plan. With a focus on growth and development, Bimbo Bakeries USA fosters an environment where associates can thrive and help meet the increasing demand for quality bakery products nationwide. The Route Sales Specialist role is ideal for motivated individuals looking for a stable career with room for advancement within a reputable and people-focused company.
The role of Route Sales Specialist at Bimbo Bakeries USA is critical for maintaining and expanding the company's reach to its customer base. This position involves delivering fresh products to existing customers, setting up new accounts, and effectively merchandising products to maximize sales potential. The Route Sales Specialist plays an integral role in supporting sales initiatives by working closely with customers to develop ordering and display opportunities. This job offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment where the specialist acts as a vital link between the company and its retail partners. It also provides an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing directly to the success of a growing organization experiencing increased demand for its products.
As a Route Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining route operations including ordering, distribution, merchandising, and promotional activities. You will take part in holiday planning and customer service efforts, ensuring that customer expectations are met or exceeded. The position requires collaboration with Route Sales Professionals to align strategies across account chains and includes duties like providing vacation relief, assisting with training new employees, and participating in rack resets to ensure store displays are optimized.
The company offers excellent compensation with a base pay and commission structure averaging between $60,000 and $70,000 annually. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and a retirement plan. With a focus on growth and development, Bimbo Bakeries USA fosters an environment where associates can thrive and help meet the increasing demand for quality bakery products nationwide. The Route Sales Specialist role is ideal for motivated individuals looking for a stable career with room for advancement within a reputable and people-focused company.
Job Requirements
- At least 21 years of age
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to obtain and retain a DOT medical card
- Successfully able to obtain Chauffeur License if job location is in IN, MI, TN
- Ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods as well as perform frequent reaching and use of fingers
- 1-3 years of related experience in DSD preferred
- Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in English, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 years of related experience in direct sales distribution (DSD) preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to obtain and retain a DOT medical card
- Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public and understand highway traffic signs
- Successfully able to obtain Chauffeur License if job location is in IN, MI, or TN
- Ability to climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, kneel for extended periods
- Strong customer service and communication skills
Job Duties
- Provide vacation relief for Route Sales Professionals and loaders
- Assisting the Sales Leadership Team in day-to-day operations and/or issues as needed
- Assist with the training of new Route Sales Professionals
- Deliver fresh product to existing customers on open routes until new RSPs are trained
- Assist with rack resets
- Partner with Route Sales Professionals to create alignment in account chains
- Manage route operation activity including ordering and distribution, merchandising, promotional activity, holiday planning and meeting customer expectations
- Communicate with customers to assist them in understanding promotional activity and delivery expectations
- Ensure product distribution is accomplished to customer satisfaction in agreement with contract terms and requirements
- Assist customer relations including selling of new products and space/position gains
- Provide a high level of customer service and solve customer issues as they arise
- Work location will vary depending on staffing needs
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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