Route Sales Specialist II - Saco,ME Job Saco area,Maine USA,Sales

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.

Bringing Home the Dough The Route Sales Specialist II (RSS II) is a certified trainer, responsible for training new Route Sales Representatives (RSR) and Route Sales Trainees (RST) supporting all training processes. The RSS II is also 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.

Position will be assigned to various company routes on an as needed basis to service retail customers, restaurants, and institutions with the goal of maximizing sales opportunities by meeting customer expectations and following established best practices. Position will drive incremental sales by executing the required market programs while exceeding customer expectations.

Position will require RSS II to service accounts during customer designated service windows, which may require RSS II to work non-traditional business hours, weekends, or holidays. Potential for overnight travel outside of normally assigned location.

Positions requires an incumbent with an eagerness to gain industry knowledge and to learn the skills necessary for success.

Rising to the Challenge:
Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Leverage internal sales data and company marketing plans to drive growth with customers through proper planning, ordering, and execution
As needed, operate company routes, and provide coverages of routes for RSRs time-off
Provide a high level of in-field training to new RSRs and RSTs, including training on all tasks and objectives outlined in the Route Sales Operations Manual
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 are receiving the freshest product possible
Increase sales through shelf space expansion and the use of in-store promotions and displays
Adhere to the company assigned route structure, stop sequence, and established service times to drive efficiency and to ensure continued customer satisfaction and consistent…

Route Sales Specialist II - Saco, ME