David Farmer
Puyallup,WA
Summary
To obtain a position within the company with advancement where I can maximize my sales and management skills. To achieve company goals and hold long standing relationships with customers and fellow employees. To achieve company goals, achieve a 20 year goal in advancement within the company, obtain and hold long standing relationships with customers and fellow employees. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Flowers Foods
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Directed a distribution company for Dave's Killer Bread and Nature's Own to grocery accounts. Oversaw merchandising, ordering, and delivery functions to ensure product availability. Negotiated distribution agreement with Flowers Foods for protected territory operations. Developed strong client relationships to enhance service reliability.
Territory Sales Manager
Flowers Foods
07.2020 - 08.2021
- I manage a bread service territory, in which I manage big accounts. I maintain stock levels, sell in programs & products. I am responsible for all accounts and maintaining the business.
Independent Distributor
Farmer Distribution
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Directed operations of a bread distributorship with key accounts such as Costco and Safeway. Boosted sales monthly through strategic marketing initiatives. Maintained daily communication with store managers to troubleshoot issues and promote sales advancement.
Route Sales/ Independent Operator
Bimbo Bakeries
03.2008 - 02.2014
- Directed territory distribution of Sara Lee bread products. Serviced accounts daily, guaranteeing optimal product supply. Leveraged handheld technology for precise customer inventory management. Resolved customer issues while meeting established sales objectives. Drove quarterly sales increases through effective customer sales strategies.
Apprenticeship/Journeyman
Ironworkers Union Local 86
04.1997 - 05.2008
- Job tasks consist of; evaluating blueprints, directing decking processes, handling rigging operations, installing rebar, undertaking structural connector foreman duties, performing welding activities, OSHA certified.
Education
Aerospace (Assembly Certificate) -
RTC
Renton, WA01.2014
GED -
Pierce College
Freight Broker Certificate - Freight Broker/Agent
Ed2go
Tacoma,WA03.2026
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Quality Control
- Collaboration with sales
- Analysis skills
- Enhance product knowledge
- Networking and rapport development
- Sales territory planning
- Negotiation
- Direct sales
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Sales presentations
- Management
- Sales goal setting
- Post-sales client support
- Problem-solving
- B2B sales
- Account management
- Communication skills
- Territory management
- Customer service
- Client relationship development
- Agility
- Sales Experience
- Attention to detail
- Client follow-up
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Flowers Foods
03.2022 - 12.2025
Territory Sales Manager
Flowers Foods
07.2020 - 08.2021
Independent Distributor
Farmer Distribution
11.2015 - 03.2020
Route Sales/ Independent Operator
Bimbo Bakeries
03.2008 - 02.2014
Apprenticeship/Journeyman
Ironworkers Union Local 86
04.1997 - 05.2008
Aerospace (Assembly Certificate) -
RTC
GED -
Pierce College
Freight Broker Certificate - Freight Broker/Agent
Ed2go