Route Sales Specialist

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, 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.

The Route Sales Specialist (RSS) is an accomplished trainer, responsible for training new Route Sales Representatives (RSR) and Route Delivery Drivers (RDD) and for supporting all training processes. The RSS is responsible for sorting, inventorying, building, loading, delivering, and merchandising daily orders of products to retail customers. The RSS is required to accurately invoice products at the time of delivery to retail customers by meeting customer expectations and following established best practices.

The position will drive sales efforts by executing the service and delivery expectations of the position. The position will be assigned to various company routes on an as-needed basis to service retail customers, restaurants, and institutions to maximize sales opportunities by meeting customer expectations and following established best practices.

The position will require RSS to service accounts during customer-designated service windows, which may require RSS to work non-traditional business hours, weekends, or holidays. Potential for overnight travel outside of normally assigned location.

The position requires an incumbent with an eagerness to gain industry knowledge and learn the skills necessary for success. The position interacts with the general public and customers daily. A neat, professional appearance is a requirement of this position and may require a specific uniform. The Company is registered with the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). a private motor carrier and as such is subject to State and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules and regulations.

RSSs will be required to safely and efficiently operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) – a vehicle used to deliver products in the stream of interstate commerce exceeding a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lbs. RSSs deliver to retail stores at assigned times each day and complete service within the expected duration. The RSS may be required to work non-traditional business hours, weekends, or holidays.

• Must be able to obtain DOT medical certification and re-certification to drive a CMV.
• Must meet the Fleet insurance Guidelines in relation to your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record).
• Perform all required daily vehicle inspections, maintain accurate vehicle records, immediately report vehicle maintenance issues, and complete daily driver’s logs and time records (including hours of service) as required.
• Safely and efficiently operate a CMV.
• Adhere to all FMCSA/DOT rules and regulations, as well as similar local rules and regulations.
• Cooperate with DOT roadside inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness of an organized workspace and vehicle.
• Secure and organize inventory in the truck to prevent product damage.
• Leverage internal sales data and company marketing plans to drive growth with customers through proper planning, ordering, and execution.
• As needed, operate company routes, and provide coverages of routes for RSRs and RDDs time-off.
• Provide a high…