Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.22
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
medical benefits
401(k) retirement plan
professional growth
leadership training
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Job Description
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is an esteemed leader in the packaged bakery goods industry in the United States, boasting impressive 2024 sales of $5.1 billion. More than just a bakery, Flowers Foods is dedicated to crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite for consumers nationwide. Known for iconic brands such as Nature's Own, Wonder, Dave's Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake, the company combines wholesome goodness, artisanal flavors, rustic appeal, and sweet delights to meet diverse tastes and preferences.
Beyond its well-loved products, Flowers Foods fosters a vibrant company culture centered on core values including honesty and integ... Show More
Beyond its well-loved products, Flowers Foods fosters a vibrant company culture centered on core values including honesty and integ... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or GED
- minimum of 1-year related experience in retail sales, direct store delivery sales, or business-to-business sales
- ability to obtain DOT medical certification and maintain it
- compliance with fleet insurance guidelines related to motor vehicle record
- ability to perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain accurate records
- capability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle
- willingness to work non-traditional hours, weekends, and holidays
- availability for occasional overnight travel
- professional appearance and adherence to uniform requirements
- strong communication and customer service skills
- ability to use technology such as handheld computing devices and online order planners
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or GED
- minimum of 1-year related experience in retail sales, direct store delivery sales, or business-to-business sales
Job Duties
- obtain DOT medical certification and re-certification to drive a CMV
- meet fleet insurance guidelines related to motor vehicle record
- perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain accurate vehicle records
- safely and efficiently operate a commercial motor vehicle
- adhere to FMCSA/DOT and local regulations
- cooperate with DOT roadside inspections
- maintain cleanliness and organization of workspace and vehicle
- secure and organize inventory to prevent damage
- use sales data and marketing plans to drive customer growth
- operate company routes and provide coverage for other sales representatives
- learn tasks outlined in the route sales operations manual
- establish and maintain strong customer relations
- order products using online order planners
- increase sales through shelf space expansion and in-store promotions
- adhere to assigned route structure and service times
- follow retailer standard operating procedures
- rotate products following fresh market policy
- remove damaged or expired products
- maximize shelf life by proper product rotation
- perform daily route settlements including invoicing and cash collection
- conduct weekly inventory at select accounts
- support new product introductions and promotional displays
- obtain authorization for promotional displays
- review route analysis and key performance indicators
- comply with shelf schematics and plan-o-grams
- master best practices of route sales and delivery training
- comply with company policies and procedures
- perform other duties assigned by management
- acquire and maintain DOT medical card
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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