ROUTE & ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT - ROANOKE, VA

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for site visits and client retention
• Assist branches with grand openings
• Ensure we are compliant with local and national account standards; review corporate compliance reporting
• Ensure action plans are developed and implemented to improve SSS/control V-9 (food waste, o/s, etc)
• Develop an account level incremental sales plan with local management; track performance and increase profitability (Owners Business Plan)
• Coordinate efforts to improve the customer retention and client experience at the point of sale
• Build retail pricing opportunities and encourage repeat sales (Best Practices), and introduce new products to increase revenue
• Drive compliance to merchandising standards
• Assess performance by location through audit reports (Quarterly District Evaluations)
• Perform the job functions of the Route Driver position, when needed, including driving a company vehicle over an established route to deliver products, render services, and fill and maintain vending and related equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree is preferred; two year College degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable
• 3 years driving experience required.
• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver's license (unless otherwise indicated by state) and good driving record.
• Preferred 1-2 years' experience in a customer service position, or a minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• Route management, retail and merchandising experience is preferred
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (box truck, handcarts, etc.).
• Food & beverage experience
• Excellent communication skills required
• Must be able to travel to client sites
• Must be passionate about providing world class service to our clients and customers
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.