Area Sales Director- Louisville, KY

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 one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States. From wholesome products such as Nature’s Own and Wonder to artisanal offerings like Dave’s Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality.

Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values honesty & integrity, respect & inclusion, sustainability, passion, and humility.

• 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.

Area Sales Director – Flowers Bakeries

Flowers Bakeries has an immediate opening for an Area Sales Director. You will support DSD (direct store delivery) sales and  (Independent Distributors) efforts, building and maintaining solid customer relationships with key accounts, engaging in sales activities, growing the customer base, seeking new selling opportunities, and tracking sales data. You will also ensure promotion and display execution in the market and utilize digital tools to showcase execution wins and growth opportunities.

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.

• 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.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. The salary range is $65,000 – $75,000. Please reply by 2/14/26. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre‑screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position 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.