Independent Bread Distribution Route Boston and Metro South Boston, Massachusetts

Independent Bread Distribution Routes for sale $117,000! Currently grossing $448,560 per year in sales and nets $87,843 as an owner/manager. Owner employs three drivers that service three routes. Distributorship and “protected territory” are purchased through independent distributor and contracted through the Independent Distribution Business. These routes distribute bread, bagels and rolls for independent bakeries! Currently there are a total of 79 accounts that include grocery stores, restaurants, markets and catering facilities. Net income could be increased if the new owner/manager decides to drive a route, or the business could be run as absentee if the new owner hires an office/warehouse manager. Territory for these routes is located in the Boston Metro South, Massachusetts region.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Price:

$ $117,000

Per Month

Cash Flow:

$ $87,843

Per Month

Financing:

$ No

Per Month

Listing:

$ Sold

Per Month
Alpha Baking Bread RouteWhat are the day to day operations of this route?

To summarize, distributors start their day by the bakeries delivering the bread to the warehouse and the drivers sort and deliver the bread to existing accounts that include grocery stores usually starting in the morning hours. Responsibilities will include the following: maintaining inventory in the warehouse, receiving orders from customers, ordering product from the bakeries, and general bookkeeping.

What are the current average sales and gross income for this route?

Currently these routes average a total of $8,626 in weekly sales or $448,560 per year in sales. Income documentation will be provided to all serious buyers.

How do I get paid?

As an independent distributor you are paid by purchasing product at wholesale cost and selling it to your customer base within the account locations.

How much can I make?

$1,680 per week is the route’s weekly cash flow! This number can be increased by new accounts opening, new product lines being added, and simple inflation.

Can I finance the route?

There is no seller financing. If financing is needed you can review Financing Options Here.

What are my expenses and overhead?

Expenses include, but are not limited to: cost of goods, warehouse rent, utilities, drivers’ commissions, fuel, vehicle maintenance, vehicle storage, stale or damaged product, insurance, telephones/internet and a route payment if you finance (Note: route payments vary for each distributor, depending on how much money you put down verses how much you finance). The current owner estimates $6,946 per week or $360,717 per year in expenses/overhead (route payment if financing not included).

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 drivers supply their own vehicles. 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 $448,560 per year, minus your above mentioned expenses of $360,717 gives you $87,843 in net income or cash flow.

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 $117,000 based on a weekly sales average of $8,266; you come up with a selling ratio of approximately 14:1.

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

The business requires you to purchase product at wholesale from existing bakery suppliers.

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Why is the distributor selling?

Owner is pursuing other business opportunities.

How many accounts does the route have and where is the warehouse located?

Currently there are 79 accounts that include grocery stores, restaurants, markets and catering facilities. Location of accounts and warehouse will be disclosed upon execution of an NDA.

How long has the seller owned the business?

The current owner has owned this route and territory for 10 years.

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

he owner/manager is only required to be at the warehouse M-F 10am-3pm

What about vacation time or personal days?

The drivers cover their own vacation days. The owner/manager would need to hire someone to cover the warehouse.

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?

These Independent Bread Distribution routes distribute bread, bagels and rolls for independent bakeries! Don’t hesitate on this one! Large territory with plenty of growth opportunity! Priced to sell at $117,000! 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 Independent Bread 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.

Independent Bread
Massachusetts
Boston Massachusetts United States