Pepperidge Farm Bread Route Distributorship For Sale – South Charlotte, North Carolina

Pepperidge Farm Bread route for sale in the South Charlotte, North Carolina area for $139,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $49K down! Currently grossing $324,948 per year in sales and nets $54,225! Distributorship and territory is purchased through seller and contracted through Pepperidge Farm. Pepperidge Farm currently distributes it’s well known brands of bread to select grocery stores and retail outlets. Routes continue to increase in value and have been established for many years. Located close to the warehouse and has minimal cost to operate! Additional Publix opening in February of 2014 that will add growth.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Price:

$ $139,000

Per Month

Cash Flow:

$ $54,225

Per Month

Financing:

$ Yes

Per Month

Listing:

$ Sold

Per Month
Pepperidge Farm Bread Route
What are the day to day operations of this route?

To summarize, you will deliver product to existing accounts that include grocery stores and cash accounts usually starting in the morning hours. Your responsibilities will include the following: Evaluate and creating an order of product needed for the shelf, pull the order from your inventory, receive the order through the back door, and then fill the order to the shelf.

What are the current average sales for this route?

Currently this route averages $6,249 per week or $324,948 per year in sales. Documentation will be provided to all serious buyers.

How do I get paid?

As an independent distributor you are paid by commission. This route currently receives an average of 20% of its gross weekly sales of $6,249; $1249 per week.

How much can I make?

$1249 per week is the routes gross weekly average or $64,989 per year. This number can be increased, by supporting the company’s promotions and up selling within your designated territory. Route values can also be increased by new stores opening, new product lines being added, and simple inflation.

Can I finance the route?

Third-party related financing may be available assuming buyer meets the lending criteria. As of December 2021, term lengths for 3 / 5 / 7/ 10 years are available. Interest rates are set by the lender and conducive with the market. All routes require a down payment at minimum of 10-15%. This required amount would need to be paid prior to closing. This information, and the terms of the route loan program, is subject to change.

What are my expenses and overhead?

Expenses include, but are not limited to: (route payment if you finance), fuel, insurance, and computer maintenance fee (Note: route payments vary for each distributor, depending on how much money you put down verses how much you finance through the company). The current owner estimates $207 per week or $10,764 per year in operating expenses.

What type of insurance do I need?

Typically a single owner operator of a route distributorship will need commercial insurance for their delivery vehicle and business liability insurance. Owners with multiple employees will need a multiple vehicle policy and workers’ compensation. Routes For Sale now offers discounts on insurance! Through our size and volume, we have partnered with some of the largest insurance brokers in the nation to offer the best rates. Request Your Free Insurance Quote Here.

What type of vehicle do I need?

The current owner services the route with a 2005 Horton Hauler 16′ Cargo Trailer that is included with the purchase if needed. Estimated $2,000 value! If you are considering purchasing, leasing or financing a vehicle you can review additional information here.

What is the Gross vs the Net income?

The gross income for the route is $64,989 per year, minus your yearly expenses of $10,764 as mentioned above gives you a net of $54,225 per year.

Pepperidge Farm BreadHow does the selling price of the route get determined?

All route sales are determined by a ratio based on a weekly sales average. The selling price of this route is $139,000 based on a weekly sales average of $6249; you come up with a selling ratio of 22:1

Do I have to pay for inventory or purchase product up front?

No, you do not have any out of pocket expenses when purchasing your inventory. You are however responsible for any inventory that cannot be accounted for through your sales. As long as you run the business as it is designed to operate, you will not have any out of pocket expenses or losses.

Who is responsible for damaged or out of date product?

Pepperidge Farm offers an allowance for stale and damaged product. HUGE!

Do I have to sign a contract?

Yes, as an independent distributor you sign a contract to represent Pepperidge Farm. The contract is to protect both the company and its distributors.

Pepperidge Farm Bread Route

Why is the distributor selling?

Owner has other business interest.

Where is the warehouse located?

Located in Charlotte, North Carolina.

How many accounts does the route have?

Currently there are 14 accounts that include: Harris Teeters, BJ’s, Publix, Target, Food Lions, Bilo, Sams Club, Fresh Market, and Walmart.

Do I get paid full commission when something goes on sale?

Yes, this is one of the rare companies that will pay you full commission on the sale price of an item regardless of the discount it is being promoted at. In other words if an item goes “Buy One, Get One Free”, you are NOT working for half commission.

How long has the seller owned the business?

The current owner has owned this route and territory for 5 years.

How many days a week, and what hours do distributors work?

The current distributor works as needed to service customers. Service hours for most accounts range from 3am-9am. New buyers may be required to submit a business plan outlining service levels.

What about vacation time or personal days?

As an independent distributor/business owner you are responsible for servicing the route. It is our recommendation that you hire or train someone for additional time needed off. Additionally, you can network and hire distributors with previous route experience at RouteReliefDrivers.com.  Route Relief Drivers is a nationwide network that allows independent route distributors and vacation relief drivers to connect with each other. Each party negotiates its own terms and compensation.

What is required in order to qualify for purchase?

Typically, most company routes or distributorships will require you to attend an interview for approval from the company, background check, and form an entity such as an LLC or Corporation. This not only protects the company, but also ensures protection of your business. If you need help forming this, we recommend that you Form A Corporation Here.

What else should I know?

Pepperidge Farm is an aggressive company and GROWING year after year! This route has plenty of room for growth and is located close to the warehouse and has minimal cost to operate! Priced to sell at $139,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $49k down! Early hours allow great flexibility and freedom of personal time. Additional Publix opening in February of 2014 that will add growth. Contact Us About This Route Here!

How can I learn more about these type of routes?

In order to provide New Buyers with as much information as possible we have put together a quick overview of the industry. Learn More About Pepperidge Farm Routes Here! For additional Consulting Services with one of our route specialists Request A Consultation Here.

Disclaimer: Routes For Sale is a Broker that brings buyers and sellers together. Routes For Sale does not represent, or is not affiliated with the company the distributorship is being offered. All agreements are made between the buyer and seller and not Routes For Sale. It is the prospective Buyer’s duty and obligation to verify the accuracy of the Seller’s representations and if necessary retain attorneys, accountants, business appraisers, or other professionals. The representation of income is based on a current 52 week sales average generated by the efforts of the current owner. As with any business you can make more or less.

Pepperidge Farm Bread
North Carolina
Charlotte North Carolina United States