What are the day to day operations of this route?
To summarize, you will deliver product to existing accounts that include popular grocery stores, usually starting in the morning hours. Your responsibilities will include the following: evaluating 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. After servicing your accounts for the day you will proceed to the warehouse to pick up additional product for deliveries the following day.
What are the current average sales and gross income for this route?
Currently this route averages $5,294 per week or $275,300 per year. Documentation will be provided to all serious buyers.
How do I get paid?
As an independent distributor you are paid by commission. Commission varies depending on the items sold. This route currently receives an average of 20% of its gross weekly sales of $5,294 ($1,059 per week).
How much can I make?
$1,059 per week is the routes weekly average, or a gross of $55,060 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. Distributor acknowledges plenty of growth opportunity for new accounts in this territory.
Can I finance the route?
The seller is offering financing of $35,000. Terms to be discussed. If more financing is needed you can review additional Financing Options Here.
What are my expenses and overhead?
Expenses include, but are not limited to: fuel, stale or damaged product, computer, vehicle maintenance, and insurance. The current owner estimates $210 per week or $10,920 per year in expenses/overhead.
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?
There is no vehicle included with the purchase of this route. The current owner services this route using an 18′ trailer. This vehicle is available to purchase as a separate transaction. Common delivery vehicles used for this type of business are box trucks or trailers. 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 $55,060 per year, minus your $10,920 estimated yearly expenses as mentioned above gives you the net of $44,140 per year!
How 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 $55,000 based on a weekly sales average of $5,294; you come up with a selling ratio of approximately 10:1.
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.
Do I have to sign a contract?
Yes, as an independent distributor you sign a service agreement to represent Tim’s Cascades. In turn the company agrees to promote and assist you in growing your business. The contract is to protect both the company and its distributors.
Why is the distributor selling?
Owner wants to pursue a new business opportunity.
How many accounts does the route have and where is the warehouse located?
The route consists of 16 accounts. The location of the accounts and the warehouse will be disclosed upon execution of a Non Disclosure Agreement.
How long has the seller owned the business?
Current owner has owned a route through Tim’s Cascades for less than one year. The route has been established for many years prior.
Do I get paid full commission when something goes on sale?
During promotions the distributor contributes 20% of the promotion allowance and the company assumes the remaining 80%.
How many days a week, and what hours do distributors work?
The current distributor works 5 days a week, taking Saturday’s and Sunday’s off. Service hours for most accounts range from 7am-4pm.
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 in most cases require the buyer to form some type of 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?
Tim’s Cascade Style Potato Chips began in 1986. In 1988, Tim’s was named “the best potato chip in Seattle.” Since then, Tim’s has continued to be recognized with top taste awards from Esquire Magazine and The American Culinary Institute. Priced to sell at $55,000! Contact Us About This Route Here!
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