Area Sales Director

Overview

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, Flowers Foods is a leading producer of packaged bakery goods in the United States. From Nature's Own and Wonder to Dave's Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. The company emphasizes innovation and a recipe for success, aiming to be a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Position

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities Flowers Bakeries has an immediate opening for an Area Sales Director. An Area Sales Director supports DSD (direct store delivery) sales and Independent Distributors (IDs). In this role you will help IDs manage customer relationships, engage in sales activities, grow their customer base, seek new selling opportunities in the market, and track sales data. You will build and maintain solid customer relationships with key accounts to support promotion and display execution in the market. Using digital tools, you will show execution wins and opportunities for continued growth. The Area Sales Director will work with a Market Vice President and the Sales Enablement team to analyze market and territory opportunities to maximize sales, while using consumer insights to adjust sales strategies.

Qualifications

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in general management or sales. Experience as a sales rep, distributor, or other sales position required.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferably Sales or Business Administration) or equivalent experience

Essential Job Requirements

• Must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT Medical Card
• Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Compensation and How to Apply

Salary range: $60,000-$63,000 with an excellent total rewards package. Please reply by March 26, 2026. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the pre-screening questions and appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected and is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. An equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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