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Job Title: Route Delivery Driver– Beer & Beverage Distributor
Job Description:
As a Delivery Driver, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently delivering beverages to our customers. Your primary duties will include driving company vehicles, delivering orders, and building strong relationships with customers. The ideal candidate will possess excellent driving skills, strong attention to detail, and a passion for providing outstanding customer service.
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Responsibilities:
• Safely operate company vehicles, adhering to all traffic rules and regulations, and maintaining a clean driving record.
• Efficiently deliver beverage orders to retail stores, restaurants, and other customer locations within assigned routes.
• Build positive relationships with customers, providing excellent service and addressing any inquiries or concerns promptly.
• Rotate product inventory to ensure freshness and prevent waste, following FIFO (first in, first out) principles.
• Collect payment or invoices as required and accurately complete necessary documentation.
• Conduct regular post-trip vehicle inspections and maintenance checks, reporting any issues or malfunctions to the appropriate personnel.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling and storage of beverages, as well as lifting and carrying heavy loads.
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL - with a clean driving record. (*Some routes can be performed with a Class B, Class C, or "For Hire" endorsement.)
• Previous experience as a Delivery Driver or merchandiser preferred.
• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Strong customer service and communication skills to interact effectively with customers and store personnel.
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy loads (Up to 40 pounds repetitively) and perform physically demanding tasks such as maneuvering 180lb kegs into a retail account.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy in order delivery and product merchandising.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently to meet delivery schedules.
• Familiarity with handheld devices or technology used for tracking orders and managing inventory is a plus.
• Flexibility to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and some Saturdays as may be required.
Benefits:
• Base Salary + Commission +Time in Service Awards
• 401(k) with Up to 4% Company Match
• PTO and Company Paid Holidays
• Health Coverage Options
How to Apply:
If you are a reliable and customer-focused individual with strong driving skills and a passion for the beer and beverage industry, we encourage you to apply for the position of Delivery Driver. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Note:
This position involves physically demanding tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy objects and working in varying temperature environments. Safety protocols and guidelines will be strictly enforced to ensure the well-being of all employees.
We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Our organization participates in E-Verify.
Since 1949, Terrance A. Smith Distributing, Inc., has been a beer and beverage distributor located in Anderson, Indiana. We currently distribute over 430 alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to our retail partners covering a 2,000-square-mile area in Madison, Hamilton, Delaware, Wayne, Henry, and Blackford Counties. We represent many regional and local suppliers with Anheuser-Busch InBev being our largest.
