Vending Route Merchandiser

Job Description

Job Description

Route Merchandiser — Join the APEX Market Solutions Team!

APEX Market Solutions of Iowa is hiring a Route Merchandiser to join our growing team! In this role, you'll drive a company vehicle to various accounts, stocking and maintaining our vending machines and micro markets for a great group of customers.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours — no nights, no weekends!

You'll receive comprehensive paid training in vending technology, micro market merchandising, and food safety before taking on your own route, where you'll provide top-notch service to many of the area's largest employers.

What You'll Do:

·        Complete your assigned daily route, servicing vending machines, merchandising micro markets, and restocking refreshment products

·        Build positive, courteous relationships with customers on your route

·        Develop working relationships with decision-makers to identify opportunities for new product placement or expanded service at existing accounts

·        Conduct routine inspections of vending equipment and report mechanical issues

·        Rotate stock to ensure product freshness and minimize waste/spoilage

·        Keep your company truck clean and organized

·        Maintain accurate inventory at all vending and micro market locations

·        Use handheld technology to log real-time data to our cloud-based software

·        Follow all food safety handling procedures

·        Treat company assets and customers with care and respect

·        Grow with us — we promote from within!

What We're Looking For:

·        High school diploma or GED

·        Basic math skills

·        Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·        Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively

·        Strong work ethic and professional appearance

·        Valid Iowa driver's license with a clean driving record

·        Prior experience in a customer service, delivery, retail, or route sales role (preferred but not required)

·        Comfortable using a smartphone, tablet, or handheld device for data entry

·        Ability to lift and carry totes weighing 25–40 lbs

·        Comfortable bending, twisting, squatting, and lifting product in and out of a truck daily

·        Must pass a DOT physical exam, criminal background check, and drug screening

·        Motivation to grow into other roles within the company

What We Offer:

Competitive pay (salary plus commission), health insurance, holiday pay, and paid time off — plus real opportunities for advancement!

Ready to Join Our Team?

Apply today and start your career with APEX Market Solutions!

APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is THE choice in corporate dining and vending services.

Company Description

APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is THE choice in corporate dining and vending services.