Regional Account Manager - Flexible Packaging

Talent Wave Associates

$70K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Chicago, IL
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3 years of relevant experience in technical, sales, and general management, preferably in the packaging industry
  • Experience in a large-scale business-to-business environment
  • Proven track record of successful sales growth and profitability
  • Experience with negotiations
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally 60% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Deliver sales goals for profitable growth in the assigned territory
  • Leverage industry knowledge to enhance business strategy
  • Prospect and network to increase business with existing and new accounts
  • Manage account complexities and communicate customer needs internally
  • Support key negotiations, influencing decision-making processes
  • Build and maintain trust-based relationships for proactive discussions
  • Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs and enhance sales initiatives

Benefits

  • Opportunity for substantial travel both domestically and internationally
  • Engagement with industry influencers and networks
  • Collaboration with various internal departments for comprehensive strategies
  • Involvement in impactful negotiations and strategic decision-making
  • Continuous development of competitive insights and market understanding
Full Job Description
About The Role

This position serves as the primary contact for accounts within a designated territory, providing strategic sales direction and communication. The role is essential for defending existing business and acquiring new opportunities, contributing to the overall growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver sales goals, ensuring profitable year-over-year growth in the assigned territory.
  • Leverage industry knowledge to enhance business success and competitive advantage.
  • Increase business with existing and new accounts through prospecting and networking.
  • Manage account complexities and communicate customer needs internally.
  • Support key business negotiations, demonstrating influence in decision-making.
  • Build and maintain trust-based relationships with customers for proactive discussions.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance sales initiatives and meet customer needs.
  • Engage with external networks, focusing on industry influencers and collaborators.
  • Coordinate with Sales Management, R&D, Marketing, and Field Service for customer trials.
  • Manage accounts receivable with assistance from the credit department.
  • Work with Strategic Marketing to address unmet customer needs.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally on implementing defined strategies for market segments.
  • Report on sales and marketing contributions for monthly management review.
  • Drive forecast accuracy for improved business results.
  • Communicate competitive insights and intelligence to stakeholders.
  • Manage Account Planning, Pipeline management, profitability improvements, and churn in CRM.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • 3 years of relevant experience in technical, sales, and general management, preferably in the packaging industry.
  • Experience in a large-scale business-to-business environment.
  • Proven track record of successful sales growth and profitability.
  • Experience with negotiations.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally 60% of the time.

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