Area Sales Director

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:

FLO) is a leading producer of packaged bakery goods in the United States with 2024 sales of $5.1 billion.

Flowers Foods brings passion to the table by crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. Joining our team means contributing to a culture that values Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.

• Support DSD (direct store delivery) sales and IDs (Independent Distributors).
• Manage customer relationships, engage in sales activities, grow customer base, seek new selling opportunities in the market, and track sales data.
• Build and maintain solid customer relationships with key accounts to ensure promotion and display execution in the market.
• Use digital tools 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Professional growth and leadership training.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave.

Salary range: $65,000 - $75,000. Please reply by 1/14/26. Interested candidates who successfully complete the pre‑screening questions and meet the basic qualifications may be contacted for a telephone interview.

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 people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to Donna Hardesty at  or call 502‑350‑4753.

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