Area Sales Director - H
About The Position
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, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community. Full-time employees are offered the following benefits: Comprehensive health and medical benefits 401(k) Retirement savings plan Professional growth and leadership training Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave Benefits may vary depending on your work location. Bringing Home the DoughCompetitive pay and bonus opportunities Full-time employees are offered the following benefits: Comprehensive health and medical coverage 401(k) Retirement savings plan Professional growth and leadership training Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave Rising to the Challenge: Position ResponsibilitiesFlowers Bakeries has an immediate opening for an Area Sales Director. An Area Sales Director is responsible for supporting DSD (direct store delivery) sales and IDs (Independent Distributors). In this role you will support IDs’ efforts to 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, that will help ensure promotion and display execution in the market. Utilizing digital tools, you will be able to 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.
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
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- supporting DSD (direct store delivery) sales and IDs (Independent Distributors)
- support IDs’ efforts to manage customer relationships, engage in sales activities, grow their customer base, seek new selling opportunities in the market, and track sales data
- build and maintain solid customer relationships with key accounts, that will help ensure promotion and display execution in the market
- Utilizing digital tools, you will be able to show execution wins and opportunities for continued growth.
- 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
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Professional growth and leadership training
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
- Comprehensive health and medical coverage
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
