Description
Summary:
Vital Vending seeks a reliable, organized, and self-motivated Route & Inventory Associate to manage and maintain a network of modern vending machines.
Highlights:
1. Hands-on role managing inventory, restocking, and cleaning vending machines
2. Opportunity to assist with new product launches and machine installations
3. Potential for growth within a developing small business
Vital Vending — Route & Inventory Associate
Part-Time | Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Location: Oakland / Bay Area
Schedule: Approximately 14 hours per week (More hours available with machine installs if desired and must be approved)
**Personal Vehicle Required**
Vital Vending is looking for a reliable, organized, self-motivated Route & Inventory Associate to help manage our growing network of modern vending machines throughout the Bay Area.
This is a hands-on position that includes receiving deliveries, preparing inventory, restocking and cleaning machines, monitoring product expiration dates, and keeping our inventory organized. There will also be opportunities to help with other parts of the business, including new product launches, machine installations and creating simple social media content.
Schedule
Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Receive and organize product deliveries
Restock all machines
Clean and organize machines
Report and remove expired items
Report low inventory, machine issues or product concerns
Wednesday & Friday | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Restock approximately 3 vending machines (currently)
Report and remove expired items
Report low inventory, machine issues or product concerns
Organize warehouse inventory with remaining time
This is a growing small business, so no two weeks are exactly the same. Additional projects might include:
Taking photos or short videos while restocking
Assisting with new vending machine installations
Organizing products and supplies
Picking up occasional local orders
Identifying products that are running low
Reporting customer or property feedback
Helping improve the organization and efficiency of the route
We're looking for someone who is dependable above everything else.
The ideal person:
Shows up on time and consistently
Is comfortable working independently
Has reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
Is comfortable driving between Bay Area locations
Can lift and transport cases of beverages and products
Pays attention to details
Keeps products and workspaces organized
Is comfortable using apps and a smartphone
Communicates quickly when there is a problem
Takes pride in keeping machines clean, organized and well stocked
Is willing to take initiative rather than waiting to be told every next step
Previous route, delivery, stocking, warehouse, retail or logistics experience is a plus.
Vital Vending is a locally owned Bay Area vending company bringing elevated convenience to apartments, offices and other premium spaces. We focus on modern machines, great products, local partnerships and providing a level of service that goes beyond traditional vending.
This role has the opportunity to grow as Vital Vending grows. Someone who proves reliable and takes initiative may have the opportunity to take on additional routes, responsibilities and projects over time.