Route Sales Representative

Job Description

Job Description

Route Sales Representative - Crete, IL

Palermo’s Pizza is a family-owned company that is the fastest growing frozen pizza manufacturer in the US, with a portfolio of brands including: Palermo’s, Screamin’ Sicilian, Urban Pie, Connie's, Surfer Boy and other brands that are sold at your local grocery stores.

Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach resulting in high-quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers.

If you are ready to contribute to a winning team, determine your own income and make a difference on a daily basis, then apply to join us as our newest route sales representative in the  Crete, IL market!

Perks…

• Hourly + commission (uncapped) pay structure, averaging $60k+
• Home every night, work Monday-Friday
• $50 Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Daily Pay—access your pay when you need it!
• Safety Bonus
• Company-paid apparel
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Industry-leading benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Disability, and 401(K) with company match

What you’ll do…

• Safely transport product to customers in timely and efficient manner to meet customer and company expectations. 
• Effectively build partnerships with the individual(s) who oversee the frozen pizza category sales at store level.
• Use an entrepreneurial approach to grow existing business, including building relationship and rapport with your customers.
• Unload, stock, rotate, and pull product, ensuring shelves are full on every visit.
• Maintain an efficient routing schedule with flexibility based upon customer needs.

Why you’ll be successful…

• Utilizing safe driving practices with a valid driver’s license (CDL class B preferred) and acceptable driving record. 
• Showcasing strong organizational, planning and communication skills to successfully deliver product with a sense of urgency to meet goals.
• Implementing autonomous problem-solving and decision-making skills where minimal guidance is needed.
• Practicing safe body mechanics while maximizing time management and productivity.
• Team player with excellent communication skills ready to work hard to ensure the whole Palermo’s team succeeds.

Physical Demands:

• This job requires consistent movement of cases of product, weighing up to 25 pounds, and frequent climbing on and off delivery truck.
• Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions and freezer temperatures when moving product

Qualifications

Preferred Skills & Traits

• Dedicated: Demonstrates strong commitment to tasks and responsibilities, with integrity and reliability.

• Team Player: Collaborates effectively with others and contributes positively to a team environment.

• Detail-Oriented: Able to complete tasks thoroughly while paying close attention to accuracy and important details.

Education

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.