Associate Brand Manager

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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.

• 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.

The Associate Brand Manager (Wonder and Regional Brands) will support the Brand Managers in growing Brand(s) and will play an essential role in helping Flowers reach its future growth targets. They will work closely with Consumer Insights team to relay important information to Brand Managers in order to create the short and long term Brand strategies. Incumbent must have experience in strategic roles and have the ability to strategically craft Consumer Insights into effective Brand strategies and messaging.

Positions will ultimately gain broad exposure to all functional activities within a Brand including Consumer Insights, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance, which will result in strengthened marketing fundamentals and a holistic approach to driving business growth. Additionally, the Associate Brand Manager must be able to connect and build strong relationships with internal and external partners on a daily basis.

Ultimately, an Associate Brand Manager must be able to learn what it takes to be a Brand Manager and interact in a dynamic environment with multiple functions which will equip him/her with the appropriate skills needed to transition to a Brand Manager as a next step on his/her career path.

• Support the Brand/Channel Manager to manage and own Brand/Channel P&L and collaborate with cross‑functional partners to set Brand/Channel strategy and make decisions that will lead to successful execution of said strategy.
• Provide input and insight to Brand/Channel Manager to establish short and long term Brand/Channel vision that aligns with Business Unit and Category strategies, determine key growth drivers, and develop consumer‑specific objectives to drive profitable growth across category.
• Work closely with Brand/Channel Manager to oversee day‑to‑day activities at the Brand/Channel level.
• Conduct regular business reviews with Brand/Channel Manager to align on growth objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct weekly reviews with Brand/Channel Managers to discuss performance and constantly seek out personal growth opportunities in Brand/Channel management and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Help the Brand/Channel Manager prepare for the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Brand/Channel process and meetings; partner with AOP Brand/Channel meeting attendees (Consumer Insights Manager, Media & Agency Marketing Partner, Product Innovation Manager, Sales, Supply Chain Partner, and Finance Partner) before meetings to make meetings and process efficient and productive.
• Attend weekly Brand/Channel calls with cross‑functional team and follow‑up on open items, solve issues live, discuss Brand/Channel opportunities, and own pulse on the Brand/Channel to determine next steps in accomplishing Brand/Channel strategy with the Brand/Channel Manager.
• Gather deep consumer insights from Marketing in order to formulate new strategies that will increase market share and Brand/Channel equity.
• Partner with Product Innovation Managers…