Job Abstract

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. 
 
We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover.  
 
We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance.
 
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

The Route Transaction Associate is responsible for coordinating the route transaction process from initial prospect engagement to closing. This position will work with field sales management, legal, third party financing/depot services, and various internal departments. This position will work directly with the Route Transaction team to route prospects through the route transaction process under the direction of the Route Transaction Manager. 
 
Essential Job Duties 

• Acts as the liaison between prospect and internal departments such as Legal, Route Engineering, Route Finance, Master Data and DSD Support throughout entire transaction process.

•  Works closely with field sales team and Business Development Managers to maintain a continual flow of prospects to close open routes.

• Takes ownership of successful route closing rates by reviewing progress and identifying gaps with the Route Transaction Manager

• Engage with prospective buyers and sellers to clearly communicate expectations throughout the entire transaction process.

• Initiates, reviews, and approves all electronic contracts once required documents have been obtained.

• Coordinates the evaluation of each prospective buyer based on credit score with third party lenders in the route loan program, if applicable.

• Ensures timeliness of credit decision with financing partners.

•  Confirms receipt of all payments due, including down payment, before execution and funding of loan needed for closing finalization.

• Effectively builds and maintains relationships with various team members.

• Proposes opportunities for streamlining business processes.

• Participates in projects, assists teammates, and performs other duties as assigned.   

 
Knowledge and Skill Requirements 

• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

• Strong teamwork skills: ability to balance team and individual responsibilities and exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; ability to give and receive feedback; puts success of team above own interests.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common data.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints.

• Calculates figures and amounts such as interest, proportions, percentages, area, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.  

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Uses intuition and experience to complement data.  Ability to exercise discretion while managing confidential information.

• Strong knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and internet software.

• Ability to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; team oriented and supportive of everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; good presentation skills.

 
Education and Experience 
Associate's degree or 2 years customer service or related experience required. 
 
Physical Demands 
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. 
 
Work Environment 
Office environment: noise level is usually minimal. 
 
Working Conditions 
•    Hybrid. This position will work at company headquarters (Hanover, PA) 3 days a week (Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday) and remotely Monday and Friday.
•    No travel required

Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between 

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.