What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Sales Representative position at Palermo's?
Description
ROUTE SALES REPRESENTATIVE – Waukegan, IL
Love pizza? Love driving? How about both? Join Palermo’s to deliver the best frozen pizzas while building lasting relationships with customers!
Palermo’s Pizza is a family-owned company and the fastest growing frozen pizza manufacturer in the US; with a portfolio of brands including: Palermo’s, Screamin’ Sicilian, Urban Pie, Connie's, Surfer Boy and other brands that are sold at your local grocery stores.
Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach to our business resulting in high-quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers as industry leading.
If you are ready to contribute to a winning team, determine your own income and make a difference on a daily basis, then apply to join us as our newest sales representative in Waukegan!
Perks You’ll Love:
- Uncapped Earnings: Hourly commission (averaging $60k-$70k annually)
- Be Home Every Night: Monday–Friday routes with no overnights
- $50 Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Daily Pay Option: Access your pay when you need it
- Safety Bonus Company-Paid Apparel
- Safety Shoe Reimbursement
- Industry-Leading Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and 401(k) with company match
What You’ll Do:
- Deliver frozen pizza products to customers safely and efficiently
- Build and strengthen relationships with store-level decision-makers
- Take ownership of your territory with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Stock, rotate, and pull product to keep displays full and organized
- Adjust route priorities based on customer needs
What Makes You a Great Fit:
- Valid driver’s license with safe driving practices (CDL Class B preferred)
- Self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills
- Able to problem-solve and work independently
- Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and customer-first attitude
- Comfortable lifting 25 lbs. cases and frequently getting in and out of trucks
- Willing to work in outdoor and cold/freezer environments
Qualifications
Preferred Skills & Traits
Dedicated: Demonstrates strong commitment to tasks and responsibilities, with integrity and reliability.
Team Player: Collaborates effectively with others and contributes positively to a team environment.
Detail-Oriented: Able to complete tasks thoroughly while paying close attention to accuracy and important details.
Education
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000