Route Sales Representative

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is a leading producer of packaged bakery goods in the United States, with 2024 sales reaching $5.1 billion. Renowned for a diverse portfolio of high-quality brands such as Nature's Own, Wonder, Dave's Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake, Flowers Foods is dedicated to bringing fresh, wholesome, and delicious bakery products to consumers across the country. The company is deeply committed to values like honesty and integrity, respect and inclusion, sustainability, passion, and humility, making it much more than a bakery—it's a company focused on crafting moments of joy and fostering a vibrant community through its products. As a forward-thinking organization, Flowers Foods invests in innovation and nurtures a positive culture that supports its employees and customers alike.

The Route Sales Representative (RSR) position at Flowers Bakeries Sales of NorCal, LLC offers a unique opportunity to join this esteemed bakery business in a role that combines sales, customer service, and delivery. This full-time role comes with an annual compensation package ranging from $70,000 to $85,000, which includes a base hourly wage plus commission. In addition, employees enjoy comprehensive health and medical coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plans, professional growth and leadership training, paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave. The RSR role is essential for ensuring the successful ordering, sales, and delivery of fresh baked products, maintaining high standards of product quality and customer satisfaction.

In this position, candidates will manage their delivery vehicles with meticulous care—checking daily, recording accurately, and reporting any maintenance issues promptly. They will be tasked with starting early shifts around 3:00 AM, with weekdays off typically on Wednesdays and Sundays. The RSR is central to expanding sales by increasing shelf space, creatively displaying in-store promotions, and ensuring product freshness through proper rotation. Successful RSRs utilize data and marketing strategies to communicate effectively with customers, driving growth and satisfaction while adapting to non-traditional work hours and customer-specific service windows. This role is ideal for motivated individuals who are eager to work both independently and as part of a team in a Direct Store Delivery (DSD) environment, with prior delivery driving experience being advantageous. Overall, the RSR serves as a vital link between Flowers Foods and its valued customers, embodying the company’s passion and commitment to quality and service.