Area Sales Director - Salisbury NC

Flowers Foods flowersfoods.com Open · verified Sep 21, 2026

Jamestown Director Sales Leadership

At a glance

Leadership Sales Leadership role at Flowers Foods. Jamestown · $70,000–$80,000 base.

SalaryStated by Flowers Foods

$70,000 – $80,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleSales Leadership

SeniorityDirector

LocationJamestown

Base pay$70,000–$80,000

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Support direct-store-delivery sales and independent distributors across the Salisbury area
Help distributors manage customer relationships, pursue new accounts, and expand their customer base
Build key-account relationships that support promotion and display execution in the market
Use digital tools to document execution wins, identify gaps, and track sales information
Work with the Market Vice President and Sales Enablement team to assess territory opportunities and refine sales plans using consumer insights

What you bring

At least five years in general management or sales, including experience as a sales representative, distributor, or comparable sales role
A bachelor’s degree, preferably in sales or business administration, or equivalent experience
Eligibility to obtain and keep a DOT Medical Card
A valid driver’s license paired with a safe driving record
You must be at least twenty-one years old

Who this fits

You’ll suit this director-level sales role if you have hands-on sales or distributor experience and can support customer growth across a territory. The position is based in Salisbury, North Carolina, and requires a valid license, safe driving history, and DOT medical-card eligibility.

From the employer

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

Competitive pay and bonus opportunities

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

Comprehensive health and medical coverage
401(k) Retirement savings plan
Professional growth and leadership training
Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

Flowers Bakeries has an immediate opening for an Area Sales Director.

An Area Sales Director is responsible for supporting DSD (direct store delivery) sales and IDs (Independent Distributors). In this role you will support IDs’ efforts to manage customer relationships, engage in sales activities, grow their customer base, seek new selling opportunities in the market, and track sales data. You will build and maintain solid customer relationships with key accounts, that will help ensure promotion and display execution in the market. Utilizing digital tools, you will be able to show execution wins and opportunities for continued growth.

The Area Sales Director will work with a Market Vice President and the Sales Enablement team to analyze market and territory opportunities to maximize sales, while using consumer insights to adjust sales strategies.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

5 years of relevant experience in general management or sales. Experience as a sales rep, distributor, or other sales position required.
Bachelor’s degree (preferably Sales or Business Administration) or equivalent experience

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

Must be able to acquire and maintain a DOT Medical Card
Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record
Must be at least 21 years of age

Salary Range- $70,000 - $80,000 - depending on experience

Salisbury NC

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Please reply by October 8th. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Niki Weatherford at Niki.Weatherford@flocorp.com or (1) 336 8418840.