What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Sales Specialist position at Schwan's Consumer Brands, Inc.?
Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Our many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. Schwan’s is a place for people with an appetite for more. To learn about joining a team where you can belong, contribute and thrive, visit www.schwanscompany.com
What do you do in the role of a Route Sales Specialist at Schwan’s?
• Support all routes, providing coverage during transitional periods and back-up during peak volume periods, which may require some regional travel
• Sell and deliver Schwan’s Consumer Brands products to grocery stores. Routes may include working with large retail grocery chain stores, as well as regional and independent grocery stores
• Maintain product display space, set up new promotional displays, merchandise and rotate product
• Routes run Monday-Friday, with occasional weekends, starting in the early AM hours and end when the daily requirements are fulfilled
• Maintain DOT rules and regulations
• As a Route Sales Specialist you will have the potential for career growth into other positions
Qualifications:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Access to a smart phone with cellular service for text and talking
• Must meet the Federal Department of Transportation medical certification requirements and driver eligibility, including the ability to secure and maintain a Class B CDL with an air brake endorsement
• As a strong supporter of active military personnel and military veterans, we consider military experience a great prerequisite to a career at Schwan’s
Preferred Qualifications:
• CDL B with air brake endorsement
• Previous grocery or DSD experience
Benefits:
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Profit Sharing
Based on experience, you will earn starting pay between $51,000 - $53,000, plus benefits!
The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin or other protected class.