Now Hiring - Kar's Nuts Co. - Manufacturing Route Sales Person -- Greater Big Rapids/Muskegon Area in Madison Heights, MI

Full description of the position

We are on a mission to grow Second Nature Brands 4x from $250MM to $1+B in the next 4 years through a combination of organic growth (increased distribution, e-commerce, and innovation) and through M&A. We have an opening for a Route Sales position, who will be an important member of the supply chain team during this growth.
As a Route Sales person at Second Nature Brands, you will be responsible for servicing an established and potential customer base, ensuring product availability, and maximizing sales opportunities within your designated route. Your primary goal is to meet and exceed sales targets while providing top-notch customer service. To be successful, you must have the ability to stay at pace with the line and perform repetitive tasks.
Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Service and maintain a predefined route, visiting customers on a regular basis.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, addressing their needs and concerns.
• Sell company products to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Ensure products are well-stocked, properly displayed, and merchandised for maximum visibility.
• Monitor product freshness and quality, rotating stock to minimize waste.
• Collect payments from customers and maintain accurate records of transactions.
• Address customer inquiries, resolve issues, and escalate complex problems to the appropriate department.
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle, following safety and maintenance protocols.
• Provide feedback to management regarding market trends, customer preferences, and competition.
• Participate in training and professional development.

Required qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years previous route sales experience.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Valid Chauffer drivers license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and move product inventory (up to 50Ibs).
• English language proficiency

**Route runs through Greater Muskegon Area Includes but not limited to, Muskegon, Big Rapids, Cadillac, Fremont, Reed City, White Cloud, Twin Lake, Greenville and Sparta MI. Candidate must live in route area.
Kars Nuts Distributors Madison Heights, MI
We are located at 1671 East Lincoln Madison Heights, MI 48071.
We have a position on Days. Monday through Friday. Qualified candidates must be willing and able to work daily overtime as well as weekends as needed.
This is a full-time position that includes a comprehensive benefit package including paid time off, employee discount, medical, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match!
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Second Nature Brands is a leading U.S. manufacturer of premium and better-for-you snacking and treat products under the Kar's, Second Nature and Sanders Fine Chocolatiers brands. Kar's and Second Nature are two of the best-selling trail mix brands in the nation, including the #1 selling Kar's Sweet 'n Salty Mix. Sanders produces premium confections, including its renowned Sea Salt Caramels, artisanal chocolates, baked goods, dessert toppings and ice cream and has retail locations in Michigan. Check out our new website at [please apply online] to see how Second Nature Brands is creating snacks and treats that make lives better, naturally.

Job Type: Full-time