Rosemead, California Vending Account and Machines for Sale

Price: $15,000 – Weekly Sales: $725

This listing is for a turnkey, nine year established vending account in Rosemead, CA. There is currently one machine at a very busy and consistent location. The account is a large retailer with hundreds of employees and customers visiting seven days per week. This is a turnkey vending route opportunity with consistent sales volume. Full training will be provided by the current 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. There is flexibility in the days and hours as long as the customers are being serviced properly. The current owner services the account once per week and it requires a total of 2-3 hours with travel time. A few additional hours per month may be necessary for administrative work and purchasing product.

GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS

The machine averages $725 per week in gross sales. This is a cash only machine so unfortunately there is no documentation to confirm sales figures. Any income verification would have to be completed by conducting account visits with the current owner.

The vending machines have credit card and Apple Pay functionality along with tap features. It would need to be set up by the new owner if they would like to have the feature activated. 

OPERATING COSTS

Typical expenses include inventory, travel costs and any necessary machine maintenance. The large majority of expenses are inventory. 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 $180 per week in expenses which include inventory, travel and any potential maintenance costs.

GROWTH POTENTIAL

Vending routes have unlimited growth/expansion potential.

The owner does have 11 additional machines available for $1,200 each. They had these machines at locations but have scaled back the business over the years and are now looking to fully retire. One machine is brand new and still in its original packaging

FINANCING

N/A

VEHICLE, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ASSETS

Vending machine at the location is included

Additional machines are available for $1,200 each

TRAINING

The current owner has agreed to provide training to the buyer. They can provide some phone/text support as necessary as well.

SCHEDULE

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.

The current owner works the route for approximately 2-3 hours per week not including administrative work or product purchasing as necessary

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.

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Greenwich NY Utz Route for Sale

Price: $67,885.18 – Weekly Sales: $8,546.04

This listing is for an Utz snack distribution route with a price of $67,885.18. The route owner distributes snacks and related products to major grocery retailers, convenience stores and other accounts. The accounts are located in Greenwich (NY), Granville (NY), Bennington (VT) and other nearby towns. This route is currently averaging $8,546 per week in sales volume. The route generates approximately $1700 per week in gross commissions based on an average 20% commission rate. Commission rates can vary depending on product/store and there is plenty of growth opportunity for a motivated owner.

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. 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.

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. Most owners make deliveries Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Hours are flexible as long as the service being provided is acceptable. Most owners approximately 5:00am to 12:00pm. Merchandising can be necessary during busier weeks on Wednesday and Sunday. The merchandising/restocking work can be easily outsourced if the owner chooses to do so. 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 $8,546 in weekly sales volume. With an average commission rate of 20% the owner generates $1,700 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 $150 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

Qualified buyers can receive financing for up to 80% of the purchase price. A 20% down payment would be due at the time of purchase.

VEHICLE AND OTHER EQUIPMENT

No delivery vehicle is included with this purchase

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. Deliveries are typically made five days per week.

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

Kearney Nebraska High Volume Pepperidge Farm Route for Sale

Price: $450,000 – Weekly Sales: $22,205

This listing is for a Pepperidge Farm combo (bread and snack) distribution route with a price of $450,000. The owner distributes a variety of bread and snack products from Pepperidge Farm including bread, goldfish crackers and a wide variety of cookies. They sell the products to major grocery retailers including Walmart, Target, B&R, Safeway and more. The warehouse facility for product pickup is located in Kearney and the accounts are based in Kearney, North Platte, Ogallala, Lexington and McCook.

The route is averaging $22,205 per week in gross sales. The routes generate approximately $4,775 per week in gross commissions based on the average 21.5% commission rate. Snack products are paid at 20% and bakery products at 23%. This is a very high sales volume route with consistent sales volume and growth potential.

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.

The owner has a truck that is available separately if the buyer is interested

box delivery truck

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. With an owner operator approximately 40 hours per week would be required. Most owners operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Wednesdays and Sundays off. Merchandising/restocking may be necessary on busier weeks and that work can be outsourced if the owner is interested in doing that.

GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS

The route is averaging $22,205 per week in gross sales over the last 52 weeks. The routes generate approximately $4,775 per week in gross commissions based on the average commission rate. The sales volume can be confirmed through sales reports/invoices. Sales reports and other information can be provided once we receive an NDA submission. Sales can be increased by adding accounts or growing sales volume within the current accounts.

OPERATING COSTS

The current owner estimates $630 per week in operating costs which would include gas/fuel, insurance, vehicle maintenance, computer/handheld costs, etc.

Expenses will vary from owner to owner depending on how far they are from the warehouse and territory, what type of vehicle they use, what rates they receive on insurance, etc. The current owner estimates per week in operating costs which includes gas, insurance, storage, maintenance, handheld computer/printer, and expired product expenses.

The current owner currently has about $630 in weekly expenses which leaves a weekly net of approximately $4,145. That figure does not include labor costs, loan payments, taxes, etc. as they are highly variable from owner to owner.

GROWTH POTENTIAL

There are display opportunities and the potential for more space in stores that is not being maximized with the current route operator. This is a terrific territory with new products being introduced and a great account base. A motivated owner should be able to increase sales quite easily if they put in the time and effort to grow the business.

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 could potentially be added to the business as well. The company sales managers do provide support with these growth efforts.

FINANCING

Approximately $390,000 of financing is available through the company. The remaining 12.5% or $60,000 would be due at the closing.

VEHICLE AND OTHER EQUIPMENT

The current owner’s box truck is available for purchase separately. The handheld computer and printer will be 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

As currently operated the route requires approximately 40 hours per week. Days and hours are somewhat flexible as long as the stores 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.

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