Job Summary
Rapidly growing Golden Malted® is hiring a full-time Route Sales Representative in Temple, TX.
Golden Malted is the largest manufacturer and distributor of waffle irons, mix, and toppings to leading restaurants, hotels, colleges, and theme parks.
The company provides a comprehensive turnkey waffle program to over 40,000 customer locations throughout North America and has been operating for over 85 years! Our well-established geographic footprint provides coast to coast coverage in the U.
S.
and a global distribution partner network servicing customers across the U.
S.
and in ~45 countries.
Come join an expanding business and growing culture that offers reward and recognition for your effort, generously subsidized medical and dental benefits, 100% company-paid basic life insurance, paid time off, and a matching 401k plan from day one!
Responsibilities Include
Representing the Company in the field, selling and delivering products to an established customer base while ensuring all customers have a high-quality customer service experience.
Meets established sales goals
Generates leads and solicits new business to expand current client base
Knows Company’s pricing and product lines to educate customers on primary and ancillary items
Uses point of sale materials to drive sales
Uses a forklift to load and unload product from warehouse to service vehicle
Treat customers with respect and courtesy
Introduces new product lines and price changes
Communicates trends in the territory to management to protect and expand our customer base
Accurately processes customer transactions including payments, invoices and inventory
Provides waffle iron maintenance at customer facilities in accordance with company policy
Adheres to company established routing schedules
Works with customers to resolve any complaints
Manages inventory including proper rotation of product as well as maintaining a clean and organized warehouse
Complies with the Fleet Safety Program, traffic laws and all Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations without exception
Keeps company vehicle neat and clean along with following established vehicle maintenance schedule
Compensation
Average routes generate earnings of $80K on an annualized basis with larger routes generating earnings into the six figures.
Job Requirements
Required Skills, Experience and Background
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Ability to pass a drug screen and maintain a DOT physical certification
Acceptable driving, criminal, and credit background
Well‐spoken and persuasive at making a sales pitch
Independent spirit and able to work without direct supervision
Ability to meet deadlines and ensure timely deliveries
Eye for detail and ensure the quality of products sold
Some mechanical skills helpful
Essential Functions
Ability to see, hear, speak, drive for long periods, bend, stand,walk, carry and lift items or boxes weighing up to 50 lbs, and speak English, in order to select and deliver product to customer
Ability to operate a handheld device for processing orders
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Ability to drive company vehicle for extended periods of time
Available for overnight travel (0 to 3 nights per month) as required by the route
Some mechanical skills helpful
Ability to be forklift certified
By proceeding, I confirm:
I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation.
I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of the business.
I have read this job description and I understand the job duties and responsibilities.