FOOTWEAR ROUTE SALES REPRESENTATIVE (CDL License Required)

$18,000 - $18,000/Yr

W.W. Grainger - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The position involves driving a mobile shoe store to various industrial customer job sites to provide safety footwear services. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while traveling extensively across the continental US.

Responsibilities

• Drive mobile shoe store to industrial customer job sites on pre-scheduled appointments.
• Assist customers with selecting and fitting footwear appropriate for their work environment.
• Maintain proper stock and inventory levels to efficiently service customers and maximize sales.
• Escalate product or delivery issues to the Shoe-mobile Services Manager.
• Document all sales transactions via various payment methods.
• Process customer returns and exchanges to ensure accurate credits and inventory control.
• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations regarding safe operation of the Shoemobile.
• Accurately maintain a DOT logbook in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure the Shoemobile is clean, organized, and in good mechanical order.
• Maintain security of the Shoemobile when unattended.
• Assist other Sales Service Representatives (SSRs) as necessary.

Requirements

• Class A CDL and clean driving record required.
• Sales-minded and customer service oriented.
• Self-motivated with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems/software.
• Ability to travel by flight/car to remote locations.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in sales or customer service roles.
• Familiarity with safety footwear and related products.

Benefits

• Salary plus commission
• Extensive benefits package
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Generous 401K with company contributions
• Paid vacation
• Average commissions of $500-1500/month