Pepperidge Farm Bread Route South Denver For Sale

Business description

Pepperidge Farm Bread route for sale $115,000! As little as $29K down! Currently grossing $352,820 per year in sales! Distributorship and territory is purchased through Pepperidge Farm. Pepperidge Farm currently distributes it's well known brands of bread to select grocery stores. Popular grocery stores and retail outlets include, but are not limited to King Sooper, Safeway, Walmart, and more. This is truly an INCREDIBLE Opportunity! Routes continue to increase in value and have been established for many years. Large territory and room for growth, additional stores opening in the near future! Territory for this route includes the Littleton, Englewood, Greenwood, and South Denver, Colorado area.

Frequently Asked Questions: Price: $115,000 Cash Flow: $62,764 Financing: Yes Listing: Active


What are the current average sales for this route? Currently this route averages $6785 per week or $352,820 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 $6785; $1357 per week or $70,564 per year.

How much can I make? $1357 per week is the routes gross weekly average. 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. This route has several new stores opening in the near future which will result in an instant equity gain!

Can I finance the route? Yes, Pepperidge farm will finance up to an estimated $86,000 for 10 years at an estimtaed interest rate of 7.75%. Minimum credit score of 500 required. The remaining balance you will have to put down in the form of cash or a cashier's check.

What are my expenses and overhead? Expenses include, but are not limited to: route payment, computer payment, gas, insurance for your vehicle, and liability insurance for your business (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 $150 per week or $8,000 per year in operating expenses without a route payment.

Who is responsible for damaged or out of date product? Pepperidge Farm gives an allowance for stale and damaged product ranging from 14-17% of the weekly sales average. HUGE!

What type of vehicle do I need? The current owner runs this route out of cargo trailer that is available for purchase if so desired. Owner estimates trailer value at $3,000. Common delivery vehicles used for this type of business are box trucks or trailers.

What is the Gross vs the Net income? The gross income for the route is $1357 per week, minus your weekly expenses of $150 as mentioned above gives you a net of $1207 per week or $62,764 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 $115,000 based on a weekly sales average of $6785; you come up with a selling ratio of 17:1

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 Pepperidge Farm. 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 relocate to Florida.

Where is the warehouse located? Located in Denver, Colorado.

How many accounts does the route have? Currently there are 6 King Sooper's, 4 Safeway's, and 2 Walmart's for a total of 12 accounts. In the near future the route will acquire another King Sooper, a Walmart will be converted to a Super Center, and a possible Super Target.

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 3 years.

How many days a week, and what hours do distributors work? The current distributor work 5 days a week (on average only 40 hours per week) taking Wednesday, Sunday off. Service hours for most accounts range from 4am-12pm.

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 in most areas there are retired distributors who cover vacations from time to time.

What else should I know? Pepperidge Farm is an aggressive company and GROWING year after year! This route is priced aggressively and includes the computer handheld. Priced to sell at $115,000! Hurry bread routes are in demand, and Pepperidge Farm are the most coveted routes in the industry... You will not find a distributorship with a more SOLID contract! Pepperidge Farm routes are rarely available for purchase... Won't last long at this price! Opportunity to acquire instant equity within the first year of purchase!

Business Operation

Reasons for selling:

Seller wants to relocate

Years established:

2008

Other information

Support & training:

Owner and company will train

Owner financing:

Owner financing is available. Please contact the seller for more information.

Financing available:

Financing available through company (only $29k down)

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$4,000 (included in the asking price)