Unclassified - Turlock, CA
posted 5 months ago
The Route Sales Director position at Flowers Foods, Inc. is a pivotal role responsible for managing and supporting the efforts of Route Sales Representatives (RSRs) in their quest to build and maintain customer relationships, engage in sales activities, and expand their customer base. This position requires a proactive approach to seeking new selling opportunities in the market while meticulously tracking sales data. The Route Sales Director will be instrumental in developing recommended sales strategies aimed at enhancing sales performance, increasing brand recognition, and fostering a robust customer base. In this role, the Route Sales Director will spend a significant amount of time interacting directly with customers and RSRs in the field, ensuring that sales strategies are effectively implemented and adjusted based on real-time feedback and market conditions. The position demands a high level of independence, as the Route Sales Director will operate with minimal supervision, making critical decisions that impact the business operations within their assigned area. Additionally, the Route Sales Director will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing relevant sales and marketing data, providing insightful updates and recommendations to the Market Vice President (VP). This collaboration will focus on improving customer relationships, identifying new selling opportunities, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the RSRs. The role also includes overseeing general business operations, developing budgets, and coordinating market merchandising and advertising efforts in partnership with the Business Units and Marketing teams.