Route Sales Driver

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the operations leadership, the Route Sales Driver ensures that The ICEE Company is always represented in a professional and courteous manner. Customer service is always capitalized at ICEE, and we have a commitment to success to not only our Customers but also our partners and our peers. Route Sales Drivers must develop strong relationships with store personnel, and they must be motivated toward in-store merchandising and POS (point of sale). Daily, they are expected to deliver products, complete, and rotate account inventory, complete invoices, clean machines, and replaces promotional materials. Route Sales Drivers will work with minimal supervision and are required to attend weekly meetings held in their Service Center. Individuals in this role are provided with a vehicle to complete their route, uniforms, cell phone, tablet, and gas card.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for loading/unloading the company vehicle to ensure inventory for delivery prepared for daily route. Completes inventory count at the beginning and the end of shift each day.
• Completes scheduled deliveries assigned and ensure prompt delivery of products and promotional items.
• Discusses with store personnel any new product to be left and inform them of new promotional 
• Ensures that the proper training of ICEE equipment is discussed with any store personnel that are not familiar with machine operation.
  Cleans machines, replenishes stock of cups/lids/straws, and freshens promotional materials.
• Documents store provided PO # on invoices at necessary accounts.
  On occasion, there will be COD (cash on demand) accounts delivered. The driver will deliver the product to these accounts and in return he/she will receive the payment for this product. If cash payment is made, the driver is responsible for obtaining a money order for the proper amount minus the cost of money order. This money order is turned into the Service Center manager at the end of every day. 
  Performs weekly vehicle checks. DOT vehicles, driver must fill out a DVIR (daily vehicle inspection report).
• Performs assigned general warehouse duties including but not limited to cleaning, organizing, rotating product, shipping and receiving of equipment, parts, and product.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Pay from: $22/hour OR MORE! - Pay is commensurate with experience, education, skills, training, and certifications.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, the Route Sales Driver must be self-motivated and have the ability to stay on task with minimal to no supervision. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Must possess enthusiasm and motivation toward in-store merchandising and POS.
• Must be able to successfully maintain customer relations, interpersonal relationships, team relations, and service.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
• Great oral and written communication skills. Must be comfortable performing basic 
  mathematical functions as well. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age due to DOT requirements.
• At least 3 years' experience as a certified DOT driver 
• Preferred two (2) years Customer Service and/or Route Driving experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to easily lift 55 lbs. or more on a regular basis. Occasional lifting in excess of 70 lbs. required.
• Ability to drive more than 40% of the time (250 miles one day/week and the other four days 150 miles)
• Must have and wear steel-toed shoes.

ICEE offers its Employees:

• Paid holidays, sick time and Paid vacation
• Birthday Holiday (Must be used within Employee Birthday Month)
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Life Insurance
• 401 (k) Plan
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

US Hourly Pay Range 22 - 22 USD