Area Sales Director

Position Responsibilities

An Area Sales Director supports DSD (direct store delivery) sales and IDs (Independent Distributors). Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting 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.
• Building and maintaining solid customer relationships with key accounts to ensure promotion and display execution in the market.
• Utilizing digital tools to show execution wins and opportunities for continued growth.
• Working 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Essential Job Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

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

Pay

• Salary Range: $70,746.95 - $82,615.05

Benefits

• Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Rising to the Challenge

The Area Sales Director must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT Medical Card, have a valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record, and be at least 21 years of age.

Additional Ingredients

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is committed to fostering a culture that values Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. The company offers a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package, including comprehensive health and medical benefits, a 401(k) Retirement savings plan, professional growth and leadership training, paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit your resume by August 21, 2026. Interested candidates should reply to Maria Calibey at Maria.Calibey@flocorp.com or .

EEO Statement

Flowers Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage 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 any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.