MRW DSD Food Route Sales Representative in Richmond, Rhode Island at M.R. Williams, Inc

About M.R. Williams, Inc.

M.R. Williams, Inc. is a family-owned business where convenience distribution is done differently. Established in 1976, M.R. Williams, Inc. has evolved throughout the years, partnering with the convenience store channel to provide not only products and customer service but technological solutions unlike any other. Our employees understand that their purpose is to make every decision by first asking how it will impact the customer. We take pride in understanding our customers’ needs and providing solutions through our selfless service and continuous search for improvement. We are excited to find talented individuals who share our passion for our customers.

Novelty Express is a leading provider of novelty and impulse items for convenience stores, truck stops, travel centers, and other retail outlets. It is a division of M.R. Williams, Inc., serving customers via a DSD model.

WilFoods, LLC, our sister company, offers a comprehensive selection of proprietary grab-n-go products, with custom label availability. We operate state-of-the-art facilities, handle all the staffing and regulatory requirements, and more. Our products are available for distribution to various industries, including convenience stores, schools, prisons, office parks, and more.

All MR Williams employees are to demonstrate behaviors in harmony with MR Williams' values of Sincere Commitment, Selfless Service, and Never Satisfied.

Position Summary

The DSD Food Route Sales Representative is a DSD (direct store delivery) representative delivering, stocking, ordering, and merchandising prepared food products to assigned routes.

Responsibilities

• Drive a box truck for customer deliveries
• Maintain inventory on the route truck
• Maintain customer relationships
• Order product for assigned accounts
• Deliver and merchandise products for assigned accounts
• Handle any credits per company guidelines
• Handle any customer payments per company guidelines
• Ensure that the assigned delivery truck is maintained per the preventative maintenance schedule
• Communicate regularly with assigned leadership regarding assigned accounts
• Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Customer service experience
• Route Sales Experience - Preferred
• Valid Driver License (CDL Preferred)
• Good Driving Record
• Loading and unloading product
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to undergo and pass the Department of Defense background and security checks.

Physical Requirements, Working Conditions, and Travel Requirements

• Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to push up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to pull up to 35 pounds.
• Sitting for long periods while driving; general bending and twisting associated with lifting.