Area Sales Director: Grow DSD & Distributor Partnerships

Flowers Baking Co. of Portland, LLC; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and medical benefits

401(k) Retirement savings plan

Leadership training

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is hiring an Area Sales Director to support direct store delivery and independent distributors, manage key accounts, and drive growth with data-driven strategies.

You will collaborate with a Market VP and the Sales Enablement team to optimize territory opportunities and promotional execution. The role requires 5+ years in sales or general management, a Bachelor's degree, and a valid DOT medical card with a clean driving record.

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).
• Manage customer relationships, engage in sales activities, grow the customer base, and seek new selling opportunities.
• Track sales data and use digital tools to show execution wins and growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with Market VP and Sales Enablement to analyze market and territory opportunities to maximize sales.

Skills

Sales experience

Leadership

Customer relationships

DOT Medical Card

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales or Business Administration

Job description

Flowers Foods, Inc. is hiring an Area Sales Director to support direct store delivery and independent distributors, manage key accounts, and drive growth with data-driven strategies.

You will collaborate with a Market VP and the Sales Enablement team to optimize territory opportunities and promotional execution. The role requires 5+ years in sales or general management, a Bachelor's degree, and a valid DOT medical card with a clean driving record.