Cielo Projects
Packaging Specialist - North Central Region
Full-time
Position Type: Exempt
Sealed Air Corporation is a knowledge-based company focused on packaging solutions that help our customers achieve their sustainability goals in the face of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges. Our portfolio of widely recognized brands includes Cryovac® food packaging and Bubble Wrap® protective packaging which respectively enable a safer, more efficient food supply chain and protect valuable goods shipped around the world. Sealed Air generated $5.5 billion in sales in 2023 and has approximately 17,000 employees who serve customers in 115 countries/territories. To learn more, visitwww.sealedair.com .
The Packaging Specialist role reports directly to the Regional Sales Director. This position will support the Account Manager’s within the region by acting as the subject matter expert in the cushioning space. They will be responsible for growing the overall revenue within the cushioning space for their designated region.
Key responsibilities
Drive growth of cushioning portfolio across assigned region in partnership with local Account Managers. Ability to prioritize time and resources effectively to drive results.
Understand key market dynamics and customer needs related to our cushioning portfolio and work closely with marketing and I&D to ensure appropriate market, product, innovation and solutions in the appropriate areas.
Present product and solution knowledge to distribution channels in partnership with Account Managers and RSD’s.
Work closely with our Packaging Application Centers on custom projects and be prepared to discuss/prepare value analysis and key product specifications to help the sales team close or retain the business.
Align with RSD and sales training team to uncover gaps in product/solution knowledge and a strategy to mitigate those gaps in a timely fashion.
Required Qualifications
BA/BS Degree; MBA or MS a plus
3+ years of experience in outside sales
3+ years of MS Office Suite
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to travel overnight
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint, CRM knowledgeable
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong listening, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to be creative
Ability to present complex topics in easy-to-understand way
Ability to influence decision-making and negotiate with customers
Ability to work across teams and navigate complex environment
Demonstrates learning agilityStrong business acumen
Goal-focused/deadline-driven/results-oriented
Self-starter and coachable
Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Full-time
Position Type: Exempt
Sealed Air Corporation is a knowledge-based company focused on packaging solutions that help our customers achieve their sustainability goals in the face of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges. Our portfolio of widely recognized brands includes Cryovac® food packaging and Bubble Wrap® protective packaging which respectively enable a safer, more efficient food supply chain and protect valuable goods shipped around the world. Sealed Air generated $5.5 billion in sales in 2023 and has approximately 17,000 employees who serve customers in 115 countries/territories. To learn more, visitwww.sealedair.com .
The Packaging Specialist role reports directly to the Regional Sales Director. This position will support the Account Manager’s within the region by acting as the subject matter expert in the cushioning space. They will be responsible for growing the overall revenue within the cushioning space for their designated region.
Key responsibilities
Drive growth of cushioning portfolio across assigned region in partnership with local Account Managers. Ability to prioritize time and resources effectively to drive results.
Understand key market dynamics and customer needs related to our cushioning portfolio and work closely with marketing and I&D to ensure appropriate market, product, innovation and solutions in the appropriate areas.
Present product and solution knowledge to distribution channels in partnership with Account Managers and RSD’s.
Work closely with our Packaging Application Centers on custom projects and be prepared to discuss/prepare value analysis and key product specifications to help the sales team close or retain the business.
Align with RSD and sales training team to uncover gaps in product/solution knowledge and a strategy to mitigate those gaps in a timely fashion.
Required Qualifications
BA/BS Degree; MBA or MS a plus
3+ years of experience in outside sales
3+ years of MS Office Suite
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to travel overnight
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint, CRM knowledgeable
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong listening, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to be creative
Ability to present complex topics in easy-to-understand way
Ability to influence decision-making and negotiate with customers
Ability to work across teams and navigate complex environment
Demonstrates learning agilityStrong business acumen
Goal-focused/deadline-driven/results-oriented
Self-starter and coachable
Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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