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Route Sales Representative

Herr Foods Inc., Cambridge, Maryland, United States, 21613

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Overview Description

Building a great career never tasted so good! Eligible for up to a $250.00 retention bonus. We are currently seeking a qualified individual for the Route Sales position, joining our Seaford, DE team and covering the Cambridge, Hurlock and Linkwood, MD areas.

Compensation & Schedule

Salary:

$60,000-$65,000+ annually

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, approximately 45–55 hours per week

Benefits:

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position. Elective benefits include:

Medical, dental, hearing and vision insurance

401(k) with company match and annual profit sharing

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Paid employee referral program

Department:

Route Sales

Location:

Seaford, DE

Job Summary

Safely drives a step-van delivery truck on assigned routes to sell, deliver, and merchandise products, and to provide excellent customer service to grocery, mass merchandise, and independent chain stores.

Key Responsibilities

Sell, deliver, stock and merchandise Herr's brand snack foods to grocery retail and independent chain stores

Progressively increase current customer sales volume

Build relationships with key decision makers and provide excellent customer service

Inquire about customer needs, communicate product knowledge, and suggestive sell

Expand customer base by soliciting new accounts

Execute company-sponsored promotional programs with temporary and incremental displays

Rotate and provide credit for stale or damaged items to ensure freshest product

Process orders by entering product codes into handheld computers

Collect cash from customers and accurately process related invoices

Maintain daily accuracy of product inventory

Conduct daily pre-trip vehicle safety inspections and maintain a clean truck

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must have a valid driver's license in the current state of residence

Excellent driving record

No more than 2 moving violations within the past 3 years

No DUIs within the past 3 years

High school diploma or GED

Must pass a job-related assessment with a score of 70% or better

Offers contingent upon successfully passing a drug test; random drug testing program for active employees

Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English

Stable work history with good references

Sound judgment and ability to adapt quickly to different work and driving conditions

Strong communication, persuasion, and organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities

Physical Demands

Constant reaching; frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, driving, and lifting up to 32 pounds

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 48 pounds; pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds

Benefits & Additional Details Herr’s offers a variety of benefits and wellness programs. Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of service. These include medical, dental, vision and hearing insurance; long-term disability, life insurance, accident, hospital and critical illness plans; 401(k) with company match and profit sharing; vacation, sick and holiday pay; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); tuition reimbursement; and more. The company also provides access to a 401(k) with generous company matching and annual profit sharing.

Contact : For questions about this position, please contact Herr Foods Inc. Human Resources at 610-932-6500 or recruitment@herrs.com

EEO Statement

Herr Foods Inc. is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer M/F/Veterans/Disabilities

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