Account Executive presso Franz Family Bakery

Are you ‘bread’ for success?

Come make $ dough $ with us!

Franz Family Bakery was founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest and has grown into one of the country’s most successful bakeries. We produce a wide variety of baked goods under a wide range of premium labels, all made with quality ingredients and a superior baking process. With over 4,000 employees, we distribute our products throughout Alaska, Idaho, California, Utah, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Take your career to the next level and join our dynamic team!

Take your career to the next level and join our exciting team. Franz offers employees excellent benefits including:

• Competitive wages
  • $100,000 to $108,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive healthcare
  • 100% employer paid healthcare premiums for employee and eligible dependents 
• Growth and development opportunities
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401k and Profit Sharing funds
• 50% Discount on all Franz products

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with assigned Foodservice customers to communicate and implement sales strategies.
• Professionally and accurately represent USB in all customer, consumer, and internal interactions.
• Strengthen and develop existing and new business relationships.
• Attend trade shows and events to generate new leads.
• Provide timely reports, manage event calendars, and participate in sales meetings.
• Partner with USB Sales, Customer Service, and Bakery Operations to ensure industry-leading product quality and service.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with integrity and follow-through.
• Willingness and ability to travel 30–40% of the time across the United States

• Support and adherence to Company’s Core Values.

• Additional duties and/or responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of DSD (Direct Store Delivery) experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Critical Skills and Expertise

• Working knowledge of the bakery industry, foodservice operations, or wholesale distributor sales.
• Results-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Receptive to direction, adaptable to change, and eager to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that build rapport, trust, and credibility.
• Professional presence in all interactions.
• Strong strategic and tactical thinking; able to perform under tight deadlines.