Route Sales Representative - Relief Routes

Borden Dairy; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

Responsible for delivery and restocking of products to retail stores and/or wholesale distribution locations. This position will cover various routes and will require travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 6 months verifiable experience driving Class A or Class B commercial vehicle preferred
• Minimum age of 21 years old required
• Experience in product delivery and customer service preferred

Other Functions:

• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend.
• Must be able to routinely lift over 60 pounds and push/pull up to 300 pounds with a hand-held hook.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, and deliver products at each account.
• Drive truck over established route to deliver, stock, and stage product at customer locations.
• Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays and deliver promotional material to customers.
• Verify shipment accuracy and salable condition of product.
• Resolve discrepancies and customer complaints.
• Collect empty containers, rejected, or unsold merchandise for return.
• Complete daily inventory, orders, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery as required.
• Perform Motor Vehicle Inspections on truck to conform to DOT regulations and company policy and assist with routine maintenance on truck.
• Exhibit courteousness toward customers, work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors, maintain neat appearance, and follow established policies and direction of management.
• Maintain vehicle and hours of service logs as required by DOT.
• Maintain reliable attendance and consistent work hours.