The
Sales Rep - Packaging Solutions will have proven sales experience in the packaging industry and is interested in going to the next level. This position will be responsible for creating, developing, and driving sales within the following target markets: Produce Re-Packers, Food Processors and Distribution Accounts.
Responsibilities:- Promote new products and increase current product penetration within existing customer base
- Lead generation and cold calling prospects
- Sell into existing accounts value-added products: custom print packaging, industrial bags, high end flexible packaging, clamshells, corrugated, packaging machinery, labels, RPC labels, soaker pads, stretch wrap, etc.
- Take all "walk in" customers, answer questions and evaluate opportunities
- Provide timely and accurate sales forecast to operational team to ensure inventory levels are up-to-date
- Evaluate pricing every quarter to ensure and protect margins
- Participate in industry association functions, including attendance at industry trade shows to promote products
- Work with management to develop independent distributor and sales representative relationships
- Identify public relations opportunities
- Work with management to develop marketing communications, including marketing collateral, promotional items, direct mail and websites
- Assist in the development of new designs and projects, along with continued product improvement
- Work with outside vendors on new materials and new innovative produce packaging solutions
Requirements:- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in Professional Selling, Marketing or Business preferred
- 3-5 years of outside sales experience; preferably selling packaging and labels in the produce industry
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Ability to work in a team setting with a diverse group of employees, managers and outside parties
- Exceptional analytical, organizational and communication skills
- Utilize acceptable mathematical skills
- Effectively use Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word and Excel
- Significant travel is required (60%+), including overnight stays
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Cool Pak's salary range is $90-120k plus future commission eligibility based on experience, education, and geographic location.
The perks of being a Bunzl team member don't stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days - Minimum 30 hours per week
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
- 401K with generous company match
- Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.
