Route Sales Representative

Relief Driver / Route Sales Representative

Position Type: Full-Time
Annual Salary: $42,000–$47,000, depending on experience
Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, and 401(k)
Growth Opportunities: Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable, customer-focused, and motivated Relief Driver / Route Sales Representative to support our sales team by covering open routes, assisting sales representatives, and maintaining strong relationships with our customers.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage daily route responsibilities while providing outstanding customer service. This position requires driving a 16-foot box truck, stocking and rotating products, maintaining attractive displays, processing customer invoices and payments, and identifying opportunities to increase sales.

Travel to other cities and occasional overnight stays may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover open sales routes and provide backup support to sales representatives as needed.
• Drive a 16-foot box truck safely and responsibly while following all applicable traffic and safety regulations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with store managers and other customer contacts.
• Stock shelves and displays, rotate products according to date codes, and maintain proper product presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure products are properly stocked, priced, and displayed.
• Remove damaged products and process the appropriate credit memos.
• Inform customers about new products, special promotions, and sales opportunities.
• Sell promotional programs and product displays to increase sales within existing accounts.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within assigned route territories.
• Process customer invoices using handheld software and accurately handle cash, checks, and other customer payments.
• Prepare accurate daily route sales reports, including invoices, collections, checks, and expenses.
• Ensure timely deliveries and service in accordance with customers’ receiving hours and store policies.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and help ensure customer satisfaction.
• Maintain company-issued vehicles, equipment, and handheld devices in good working condition.
• Travel to other cities and stay overnight when necessary to support business operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record required.
• Must be able to provide a current driving record upon request.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• One to three years of sales or customer service experience preferred; Direct Store Delivery (DSD) experience is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate a 16-foot box truck.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry products weighing approximately 30–50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use handheld devices and invoicing software.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, including safety procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage route responsibilities, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight when required.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities to develop sales and customer service skills.
• A supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

If you are reliable, customer-oriented, and enjoy working independently while helping grow a business, we encourage you to apply!

Candies Tolteca is a leader in the wholesale distribution of Hispanic candies and snack throughout California. Serving quality products in attractive packaging and prioritizing in excellent Customer Service. Our Customers range from gasoline stations, supermarkets, liqor stores, convenient stores, food markets, etc..