This listing is for one very high volume vending account in San Diego. There are five machines at one location. This account can be serviced in 3-5 hours per week and the service schedule is very flexible. This is a very convenient, low maintenance route with terrific growth potential for a motivated owner. 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 account is being serviced properly.
GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS
The account has averaged over $1,400 per week in gross sales over the last 12 months. 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 inventory, vehicle/travel costs and any necessary machine maintenance Expenses will vary from owner to owner depending on how far they are from the territory, what type of vehicle they use, etc. The current owner generally works on a 50% profit margin after all expenses.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Vending routes have unlimited growth/expansion potential
FINANCING N/A
VEHICLE, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ASSETS
Vending machines, remaining inventory at time of purchase, cash in machines at time of purchase, shelving
TRAINING
The current owner has agreed to provide training to the buyer
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.
Price: $5,000 – $8,000 each or $10,000 for all threeterritories
Master Distributor for Herr’s Snack products seeks Independent Operators for routes in Will County (Joliet), Kankakee, and Iroquois Counties. Independent Operators will own the routes and receive 18 to 20% margins on products sold. You will work with the Master Distributor in opening accounts in those territories, accounts consist of independent stores, cash accounts and national accounts, all protected. Master Distributor has a warehouse where product can be picked up, and Master Distributor will pay for necessary displays, racks, or other marketing items. This is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs who want to get into the snack food business. Low entry cost with tremendous growth potential for a motivated owner. Master Distributor will also offer financing and/or payment plans for ambitious entrepreneurs.
Will County -$8000
Kankakee/Iroquois – $5000
Purchase all 3 for $10,000
Full purchase price comes with $3000 worth of inventory (retail value)
This listing is for a Kirkland, WA area Mission tortilla distribution route with a price of $60,000 with the delivery truck included. The owner distributes a variety of tortilla related products to major grocery retailers including Fred Meyer, Safeway, Grocery Outlet and QFC. This is a high sales volume, high income turnkey route with truck and training provided.
The route is currently averaging approximately $10,600 per week in gross sales volume. The route generates approximately $1,855 per week in gross commissions based on an average 17.5% commission rate.
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. There is flexibility in the days and hours as long as the customers are being serviced properly. The owner works Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday with light merchandising typically needed on Sundays. The entire week requires a total of approximately 35-40 total hours per week. The Sunday merchandising work could easily be outsourced if the owner wanted to do so.
GROSS EARNINGS/COMMISSIONS
This route is currently averaging approximately $10,600 in weekly sales volume. With an average commission rate of 17.5% the owner generates approximately $1,855 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. Sales can be increased by adding accounts or growing sales volume within the current accounts.
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. There is very little required in terms of administrative/bookkeeping work.
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 $450 per week in operating costs which includes gas, insurance, maintenance, handheld computer/printer, and expired product expenses. This leaves a weekly net of approximately $1,400 for the route owner. 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
No financing is available through the company or owner
VEHICLE AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
The current owner’s 2011 Ford E350 16′ 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 owner makes deliveries on route Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The days/hours are somewhat flexible as long as the stores are being taken care of. The owner visits major accounts on Sundays to restock and clean up displays, shelf space, etc.
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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