This listing is for a vending account in Columbus, GA with an asking price of $24,900. The owner has a micro-market at an office location that can be serviced from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday. They are currently servicing the account once every two weeks. This account is currently averaging $373 per week in sales volume. The owner is selling because the majority of their accounts are in the Atlanta area.
This is a turnkey vending account with consistent sales volume and equipment included. Full training will be provided.
WHAT ARE THE DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROUTE OWNER?
The route owner is responsible for ensuring that the micro-market is well stocked and maintained for the account. Route owners will deliver and stock product accordingly. The current owner services this account once every two weeks.
GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS
This account is currently averaging approximately $373 in weekly sales volume. The sales volume can be confirmed through sales reports/invoices. Sales reports and other information can be provided once we receive an NDA submission.
OPERATING COSTS
Typical expenses include fuel/gas and inventory. The current owner estimates $138 per week in operating expenses. Operating costs will vary from owner to owner depending on a variety of factors.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Nearly every route has growth potential both within the current account or by adding new customers to the route.
FINANCING
N/A
VEHICLE AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
The micro-market and standup freezer are included
TRAINING
The current owner has agreed to provide full training to the buyer.
SCHEDULE
This account can be serviced any time from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday. The current owner services the account once every two weeks although additional service trips may lead to increased sales volume and profit.
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If you are interested in obtaining further information please submit our NDA here
This listing is for a St. Armand’s bakery distribution route with a price of $350,000. The owner distributes a variety of bakery products to major accounts including Legends Hospitality, Bay Care, Sodexo and many others. The accounts are located in the North Tampa, Land O Lakes, Wesley Chapel, Temple Terrace and Westchase while the location for product pickup is in St. Petersburg.
The route is currently averaging approximately $13,880 per week in gross sales volume. The route generates approximately $3,000 per week in gross commissions based on a 23% commission rate. Products may have varying commission rates depending on the product category and customer.
The distribution rights and protected territory are purchased through the current route owner and contracted through the product manufacturer. This is a turnkey wholesale distribution route opportunity with consistent sales volume and support from a number one selling food manufacturer. Full training will be provided.
WHAT ARE THE DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROUTE OWNER?
The route owner is responsible for servicing their customer base and ensuring that product is well stocked and maintained for the consumer. Route owners will order, deliver and stock product accordingly. The current owner makes deliveries four days per week and works approximately 48 hours including drive time.
GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS
This route is currently averaging approximately $13,880 in weekly sales volume. With an average commission rate of 23% the owner generates approximately $3,000 per week in gross commissions. The sales volume can be confirmed through sales reports/invoices. Sales reports and other information can be provided once we receive an NDA submission.
OPERATING COSTS
Typical expenses include fuel/gas, vehicle insurance, vehicle maintenance, commercial liability insurance (often added on to vehicle policy) and handheld/printer/warehouse expenses. The current owner estimates $1,400 per week per route in operating expenses. Operating costs will vary from owner to owner depending on a variety of factors…distance to the warehouse/stores, service schedule, insurance rates, etc.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Nearly every route has growth potential both within the current accounts or by adding new customers to the route. The route owner can work with current accounts and company managers to maximize sales volume. New accounts such as independent grocery stores, restaurants, schools, hospitals and other accounts could potentially be added to the business as well. The company sales managers do provide support with these growth efforts.
FINANCING
No financing is available for this route
VEHICLE AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
The current owner’s 2018 Ford E-350 box truck is included
TRAINING
The current owner has agreed to provide training to the buyer. In addition to training from the current route owner, the company will provide some assistance when possible and will always provide administrative/sales support. The manufacturer wants their route owners to be successful so you will have a solid support system behind you.
SCHEDULE
The current route owner makes deliveries four days per week. Schedule is flexible as long as accounts are being serviced properly.
Owning a route means that you are an independent owner/operator/contractor. You are ultimately responsible for the success of the route operation and you will need to find route coverage if you are sick or on vacation. Most route sellers and existing owners have a coverage person whose contact information they can share. Otherwise you are free to train someone to run your route while you are unavailable. It can require some effort and coordination to setup time off…but it does provide a lot of flexibility once you have a person or two that can cover your route operation when requested.
PURCHASING PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS
Route buyers will have an opportunity to meet with both the current route owner and the management team at the company. You will need company approval to purchase the route. Credit checks and background checks may be necessary as well. Most companies are requiring that route owners have an LLC or corporation so that they are personally separated from the business. The incorporation process is relatively straightforward for most states and can typically be completed through your state’s secretary of state/business registration website.
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Our route blog is a fantastic place to find more information on the distribution route business. There are a wide variety of articles including overviews on different types of routes (bread, snack, vending, etc) and others that discuss general route operating topics.
If you are interested in acquiring more information on this route please submit our non-disclosure agreement here. Please note the route number or route location on your NDA submission so that we can send over the correct information.
If you have any other questions please feel free to contact us through this form or by email at Jay@TheRouteExchange.com
Price: $110,000 – Weekly Sales: $13,259– Truck Included
This listing is for a Mission tortilla distribution route with a box truck included with a price of $110,000. The owner distributes tortillas, dips and related products to major grocery retailers, convenience stores and other accounts. The accounts are located in North Phoenix/Scottsdale and the warehouse for product pickup is in Tempe. This route is currently averaging $13,259 per week in sales volume. The route generates approximately $2,100 per week in gross commissions. Commission rates can vary depending on product/store. This route requires four or five days per week depending on the time of year and a total of 40-45 hours per week.
The distribution rights and protected territory are purchased through the current route owner and contracted through the product manufacturer. This route has major retail accounts including two Safeways, two Frys, a Walmart, a Smart and Final and a Sprouts. This is a turnkey wholesale distribution route opportunity with consistent sales volume and support from a name brand food manufacturer. Full training will be provided.
There are growth opportunities within the current accounts for a motivated, ambitious new owner.
WHAT ARE THE DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROUTE OWNER?
The route owner is responsible for servicing their customer base and ensuring that product is well stocked and maintained for the consumer. Route owners will order, deliver and stock product accordingly. The current owner delivers four or five times per week with Wednesday and Sunday off. When they work four days per week they take Friday off as well. The route owner will work with company and account management teams to ensure that sales are being maximized and there are no service or inventory issues.
GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS
This route is currently averaging approximately $13,259 in weekly sales volume. The owner generates approximately $2,100 per week in gross commissions. The sales volume can be confirmed through sales reports/invoices. Sales reports and other information can be provided once we receive an NDA submission.
OPERATING COSTS
Typical expenses include fuel/gas, vehicle insurance, vehicle maintenance, commercial liability insurance (often added on to vehicle policy), returns and handheld/printer/warehouse expenses. The current owner estimates $400 per week in route operating expenses. Operating costs will vary from owner to owner depending on a variety of factors.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Nearly every route has growth potential both within the current accounts or by adding new customers to the route. The route owner can work with current accounts and company managers to maximize sales volume. New accounts such as independent grocery stores, restaurants, schools, hospitals and other accounts could potentially be added to the business as well. The company sales managers do provide support with these growth efforts.
FINANCING
N/A
VEHICLE AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
The current owner’s box truck is included at the listed price
TRAINING
The current owner has agreed to provide full training to the buyer. In addition to training from the current route owner, the company will provide some assistance when possible and will always provide administrative/sales support. The manufacturer wants their route owners to be successful so you will have a solid support system behind you.
SCHEDULE
The route owner simply needs to make sure that their customers are taken care of, inventory is being managed properly, and sales are being maximized. The current owner makes deliveries four or five days per week depending on the time of year/sales volume.
Owning a route means that you are an independent owner/operator/contractor. You are ultimately responsible for the success of the route operation and you will need to find route coverage if you are sick or on vacation. Most route sellers and existing owners have a coverage person whose contact information they can share. Otherwise you are free to train someone to run your route while you are unavailable. It can require some effort and coordination to setup time off…but it does provide a lot of flexibility once you have a person or two that can cover your route operation when requested.
PURCHASING PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS
Route buyers will have an opportunity to meet with both the current route owner and the management team at the company. You will need company approval to purchase the route. Credit checks and background checks may be necessary as well. Most companies are requiring that route owners have an LLC or corporation so that they are personally separated from the business. The incorporation process is relatively straightforward for most states and can typically be completed through your state’s secretary of state/business registration website.
REQUEST MORE INFORMATION
Our route blog is a fantastic place to find more information on the distribution route business. There are a wide variety of articles including overviews on different types of routes (bread, snack, vending, etc) and others that discuss general route operating topics.
If you are interested in acquiring more information on this route please submit our non-disclosure agreement here. Please note the route number or route location on your NDA submission so that we can send over the correct information.
If you have any other questions please feel free to contact us through this form or by email at Jay@TheRouteExchange.com
