Area Sales Director - Bakery Distribution & Growth

Flowers Foods, Inc.; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in the United States is hiring an Area Sales Director to support DSD sales and Independent Distributors.

You will build key account relationships, seek new opportunities, and track performance with digital tools to drive growth. Qualifications include 5 years of sales or general management experience, a bachelor’s degree, a DOT medical card, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, and being at least 21 years old.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in general management or sales.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferably Sales or Business Administration) or equivalent experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support DSD (direct store delivery) sales and IDs (Independent Distributors).
• Build and maintain solid customer relationships with key accounts, tracking sales data.
• Analyze market and territory opportunities to maximize sales and adjust strategies.
• Utilize digital tools to show execution wins and opportunities for growth.

Skills

Sales experience

Leadership

Customer relations

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Sales or Business Administration)

Job description

Flowers Foods, Inc. in the United States is hiring an Area Sales Director to support DSD sales and Independent Distributors.

You will build key account relationships, seek new opportunities, and track performance with digital tools to drive growth. Qualifications include 5 years of sales or general management experience, a bachelor’s degree, a DOT medical card, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, and being at least 21 years old.