Route Sales Representative

About the role

This position combines sales, customer service, delivery, and travel throughout the assigned territory. Each team member is expected to contribute to safety, customer satisfaction, and sales growth.

Responsibilities

• Call on existing and new customers to maintain and grow business through sales efforts, problem-solving, and technical support of chemical products and equipment.
• Develop productive relationships with new and existing customers.
• Efficiently and safely deliver chemical and other products to customers on a company truck (usually a 26,000 pound straight/box truck).
• Provide "hands-on" service of equipment, which may include visually inspecting, repairing, and adjusting chemical feed equipment.
• Contribute to the overall operations and responsibilities of the branch office, including warehouse functions like shipping, receiving, inventory, etc.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.
• Strong communication skills and follow-through.
• Prior sales experience or the ability to learn.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally, safely operate a forklift, climb in and out of the truck and enter customer sites repeatedly, reach overhead and perform manual tasks, and work in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors in required PPE – all while following safety standards and requirements.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements.

Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.

Strong communication skills and follow-through.

Prior sales experience or the ability to learn.

Basic computer and math skills.

Physically able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally, safely operate a forklift, climb in and out of the truck and enter customer sites repeatedly, reach overhead and perform manual tasks, and work in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors in required PPE – all while following safety standards and requirements.

Skills

Must have strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD, and more. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays. For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/.

Pay

$60,000-$70,000

Schedule

The work week is generally Monday through Friday with 10+ hour days and an occasional overnight route.