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Flowers Foods

Route Sales Representative - Holden, Maine

Flowers Foods, Holden, Maine, us, 04429

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Overview 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.

Role The Route Sales Representative (RSR)

is responsible for the ordering, sales, delivery, and merchandising of a slate of nationally- and locally branded fresh baked products and developing relationships with customers’ managers and other personnel. The position is assigned to a company route to service retail customers, restaurants, and institutions with the goal of maximizing sales opportunities by meeting customer expectations and following established best practices. The role drives incremental sales by executing the required market programs while exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities

Act as a sales associate and delivery driver to drive retail sales and territory sales.

Leverage internal sales data and company marketing plans to drive growth with customers through proper planning, ordering, and execution.

Establish and maintain strong customer relations to effectively communicate sales solutions and improve customer satisfaction.

Order product using an online state-of-the-art order planner to ensure customers receive the freshest product.

Increase sales through shelf space expansion and the sale/use of in-store promotions and displays.

Adhere to the company assigned route structure, stop sequence, and established service times to drive efficiency and ensure continued customer satisfaction and consistent service times.

Know and follow all retailer/account standard operating procedures, including check in/check out and service windows.

Adhere to the fresh market policy by rotating product and removing damaged or out-of-code product as necessary.

Follow shelf-life cycle of each brand/product.

Maximize shelf life with proper rotation so backstock is rotated and stocked first before the next fresh delivery is merchandized on shelves/displays.

Perform daily route settlement requirements: verify product quantities, accurately invoice the proper account, and adhere to the cash collection policy.

Perform an accurate weekly inventory in the handheld device at select accounts on designated days.

Support the introduction of new products to the marketplace based on retailer playbooks and gain additional shelf space and promotional displays to execute the rollout and drive consumer trial.

Obtain authorization (“sell in”) from accounts’ key decision makers for promotional product displays and properly place and assemble displays to maximize exposure.

Review weekly route analysis to identify voids and sales opportunities.

Review key performance indicators to reduce cost and drive sales.

Adhere to required customer shelf schematic/plan-o-gram to ensure customer compliance and meet brand team objectives.

Master the best practices of the RSR training program.

Must be able to obtain DOT medical certification to drive a CMV and meet fleet insurance guidelines related to MVR.

Perform all required daily vehicle inspections, maintain vehicle records, report maintenance issues, and complete daily drivers’ logs and time records as required.

Safely operate a vehicle with GVWR over 10,000 pounds.

Adhere to all company policies, DOT policies, local and federal regulations, and maintain workplace and vehicle cleanliness.

Secure and organize inventory in the truck to prevent product damage and ensure policy compliance (Safety, EEO, Harassment, Sarbanes–Oxley, etc.).

Qualifications Minimum of 1 year related experience in retail sales, DSD sales, and/or business-to-business sales.

Education & Additional Requirements High school diploma or GED

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Estimated annual income $60,000 - $70,000. Interested job seekers who successfully complete pre-screening questions and appear to possess the basic qualifications may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement 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 Sarah Biagiotti at Sarah.Biagiotti@flocorp.com or(1) 207 6046558.

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