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Flowers Baking Co. of Portland, LLC

Area Sales Director

Flowers Baking Co. of Portland, LLC, Olympia, Washington, United States,


DOE $74,000-$77,138

Position is responsible for supporting Independent Distributors’ (IDs) efforts to manage customer relationships, engage in sales activities, grow their customer base, seek new selling opportunities in the market, and track sales data. In this supportive role, Area Sales Directors will be responsible for developing recommended sales strategies to build sales, the customer base, and brand recognition. Area Sales Directors will spend the vast majority of their time personally interacting with customers and IDs in the market to complete these tasks. They will work independently with minimal supervision, reviewing and analyzing pertinent sales and marketing data to provide updates and recommendations to IDs Market VP to discuss ways to improve customer relationships, increase selling opportunities, and enhance the business partner relationship with IDs.

Job Responsibilities

Oversee general business operations and activities within assigned area

Advise IDs on the effectiveness and frequency of in-store displays and other promotions and evaluate new ways to partner with IDs

Work with IDs on product promotions, displays, and other opportunities to build sales

Exercise discretion and independent judgment in carrying out job duties

In conjunction with IDs, call on customers to promote additional sales and brand awareness

Advise IDs on maintaining and developing relationships with customers

Fill in as needed on Bread Routes or other operational roles (NEW LINE)

Plan and maintain a schedule of regular key account visits to build rapport and generate increased sales

Act as liaison between Flowers and IDs and assist IDs in their sales efforts and strategies

Collaborate with Market VP and Distributor Sales Enablement to analyze market and territory opportunities so that IDs can increase sales and grow territories

Conduct weekly reviews with Market VP to monitor sales data and personal growth objectives

Stay current on consumer insights and adjust sales strategies accordingly

Work with IDs on potential opportunities to acquire new customers

Track market conditions for customers

Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Sarbanes – Oxley, Safety, etc.)

Perform other duties that are deemed to be an integral part of the position, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies, and procedures

Must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT medical card

Desired Experience

At least 5 years of relevant experience in retail management or retail sales. Grocery experience preferred. Experience as a DSD sales rep, distributor, or other grocery/retail management position is required.

Desired Education

High School or GED

After 30 days of employment, employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, voluntary benefits such as long term disability and the company’s 401(k) plan. Employees will accrue 9.23 hours of PTO per month. PTO accrual increases with length of service. Employees receive 8 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional compensation includes the opportunity to receive bonuses based on both company and personal performance. Please reply by 10/4/2024. Resumes are active for 30 days. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Yessenia Arambula at Yessenia.Arambula@flocorp.com.

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