Price: $215,000 – Weekly Sales: $3,423
This listing is for an established eight (8) account vending route with locations in Lithia Springs, GA. There are 21 total vending machines between the accounts. The vending machines are equipped with card readers, remote monitoring, and internet inventory/sales management. This is a turnkey vending route opportunity with consistent sales volume. Full training will be provided by the current owner. The route is on pace to generate approximately $178,000 in gross sales in 2024 ($133,733 through September).
WHAT ARE THE DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROUTE OWNER?
The route owner is responsible for servicing the account and ensuring that product is well stocked and maintained for the consumer. Route owners will order, deliver and stock product accordingly. There is flexibility in the days and hours as long as the customers are being serviced properly. The current owner services the accounts three (3) times per week and it generally requires a total of 25-30 total hours per week
GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS
The route averages approximately $3,423 per week in gross sales
OPERATING COSTS
Typical expenses include inventory, travel costs and any necessary machine maintenance. The large majority of expenses are inventory/cost of goods sold. Other costs will vary from owner to owner depending on their travel costs and how they choose to run the business. The current owner estimates roughly $1,320 per week in expenses which include inventory ($1,250), travel/gas ($50) and insurance ($22)
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Vending routes have unlimited growth/expansion potential. Additional machines and accounts can be added if the owner decides to pursue those opportunities. This route is currently only requiring three (3) service trips per week and less than 30 hours per week. A motivated owner could secure additional locations and grow the business significantly if they are interested in doing so.
FINANCING
N/A
VEHICLE, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ASSETS
All vending machines on the route are included in the purchase. The owner’s 2017 GMC Sienna truck is available separately for an additional $17,000. The vehicle is setup for vending with shelving, etc.
TRAINING
The current owner has agreed to provide training to the buyer. They will provide full support for 30 days and are open to provide phone/text/email support for 30 days beyond that. They will do everything that they can to ensure the business has a smooth transition to the new owner.
SCHEDULE
The current owner services the accounts three (3) times per week and it typically requires a total of 25-30 hours per week. The actual days and times of service is flexible. Some accounts do have weekend access and may be serviced as necessary on weekends.
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