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Direct Store Delivery Driver @ Edible Garden Full Time
About Us:
Edible Garden is a national brand with produce grown locally, specializing in hydroponic herbs & lettuce along with organic potted herbs. We are a dedicated team that works towards supplying quality product from seed to store.
About the Position:
We are looking to add experienced drivers to our fleet division who are confident with Direct Store Delivery routes. This full-time hourly role is based out of our flagship facility in Belvidere, New Jersey with daily routes throughout the New York metropolitan area. Deliveries are typically Monday through Friday, with occasional adjustments due to holidays, weather, and customer requests.
Responsibilities:
- Follow scheduled route and deliver to customers on or before each receiving deadline.
- Load and unload product from vehicle while maintaining product’s quality & appearance.
- Adhere to each retail locations receiving procedures; merchandising at times required.
- Build excellent relationships with store managers, key store personnel, and potential customers.
- Completing and returning paperwork (signed proof of deliveries, credit memos, receipts, route summaries, etc.)
- Relay customer feedback to Customer Service Representatives and Production team.
- Inspect, protect, and maintain Company assets, product, and vehicles.
- Adhere to Company Vehicle Agreement which outlines our commitment to safe driving practices and maintenance of Company vehicles.
Requirements
- Love to work independently, enjoy driving (safely), and engaging with customers face to face.
- A reliable, early riser! Typically, DSD drivers leave facility between 4am – 5am daily.
- Prior work experience as delivery driver.
- Clear speaking and attentive listening skills.
- Flexibility in schedule & willingness to step-in for routes when needed to meet the demands of our customers.
- Confident driving throughout the metropolitan area using maps and directions
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
- No recent moving or driving violations.
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
- Valid DOT Medical Card