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The Route Sales Representative (Merchandiser)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (post-high school studies preferred)
  • Experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD)
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet in length
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

  • Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential new customers
  • Plan and execute daily route schedules, visiting customers according to the weekly receiving sheet
  • Conduct routine inspections of the company vehicle and report any major maintenance issues to the DM

Key facts

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Freudenberg Group

Plastics & Rubber Manufacturing

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products. Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 170-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action. In 2022, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 51,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.7 billion. Learn more about us and visit our digital home at freudenberg.com and read the stories that make us Freudenberg.​ Visit and follow us at www.freudenberg.com https://www.instagram.com/freudenberg.group/ www.youtube.com/FreudenbergGroup www.facebook.com/freudenberggroup *** Netiquette *** We look forward to receiving your comments and posts. On behalf of all users, we ask for constructive contributions, mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. All contributions will be checked and we reserve the right to delete contributions. This applies in particular to unlawful content, incorrect statements, advertising for third parties, spam or slander. In addition, we reserve the right to remove comments that are otherwise inappropriate or incorrect. Contributions made by external users do not necessarily reflect Freudenberg’s opinion. Please find our data protect information here: https://www.freudenberg.com/fileadmin/downloads/english/2020-11_DataProtectionInformation_SocialMedia_EN.pdf

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryPlastics & Rubber Manufacturing
Company size10001

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Job description

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Responsibilities:

Sales and Delivery:
Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities.
Customer Relationship Management:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential new customers, ensuring consistent communication and service excellence.
Route Operations:
Plan and execute daily route schedules, visiting customers according to the weekly receiving sheet, and servicing all accounts as required.
Warehouse and Inventory Management:
Load products at the warehouse daily, maintain truck inventory, and manage inventory levels for assigned customers.
Compliance and Communication:
Adhere to safety, Fleet, and DOT policies; communicate daily with the District Manager (DM) regarding sales, potential opportunities, and operational updates.
Truck Maintenance:
Conduct routine inspections of the company vehicle and report any major maintenance issues to the DM.
System and Reporting Updates:
Upload and communicate daily sales transactions using handheld equipment, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to the DM.
Store Compliance:
Ensure stores adhere to planograms (POGs) and maintain displays according to company guidelines.
Daily Communication:
Make end-of-day calls to the DM to report on completed activities, potential sales opportunities, and plans for the next day.
Other Duties:
Perform other duties as assigned, including participation in store resets and special projects as needed

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED (post-high school studies preferred).
Experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD).
Ability to work independently, plan effectively, and make informed business decisions without direct supervision.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet in length.
Clean driving record and ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Physical and DOT Medical Card with a minimum 1-year renewal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of sales strategies and inventory management.
Ability to travel and work flexible schedules as needed.

41,000.00

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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