Route Sales Representative

Freudenberg Group

. Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Direct Sales Distribution, effective route planning, and inventory management while maintaining compliance with safety and DOT regulations. Strong ability to build customer relationships and execute sales strategies independently.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Direct Sales Distribution (DSD)Route PlanningInventory ManagementValid Driver’s LicenseMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Sales StrategiesInventory ManagementRoute SchedulingVehicle InspectionsHandheld Equipment Usage

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementIndependent Decision-Making

Certifications & Qualifications

DOT Medical Card

Industry Keywords

Safety PoliciesFleet ManagementPlanogramsCustomer Relationship ManagementFlexible Scheduling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver products to customers and sell additional products, including displays and endcaps, to maximize sales opportunities
Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential new customers
Plan and execute daily route schedules and service all assigned accounts
Load products at the warehouse daily and maintain truck and customer inventory levels
Adhere to safety, Fleet, and DOT policies
Communicate daily with the District Manager regarding sales, opportunities, and operational updates
Conduct routine company vehicle inspections and report major maintenance issues
Upload and communicate daily sales transactions using handheld equipment
Ensure stores adhere to planograms and maintain displays according to company guidelines
Make end-of-day calls to the District Manager
Perform other assigned duties, including store resets and special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED (post-high school studies preferred)
Experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD)
Ability to work independently, plan effectively, and make informed business decisions without direct supervision
Valid driver’s license
Ability to drive a DOT-certified truck up to 16 feet in length
Clean driving record
Ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Physical and DOT Medical Card with a minimum 1-year renewal
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of sales strategies and inventory management
Ability to travel and work flexible schedules as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

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