Account Executive
Tom Trese, Chicago, IL, United States
We are seeking a results-driven Account Executive to grow sales of custom thermoformed packaging and components into major retail channels. This role is responsible for developing new business with retailers, private‑label brands, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies while managing existing customer relationships.
The ideal candidate has experience selling thermoforming, plastic packaging, or custom manufacturing solutions .
This is a highly consultative sales role that requires identifying packaging challenges, collaborating with engineering teams, and delivering thermoformed solutions that improve product protection, presentation, and cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
Identify and pursue new opportunities with retailers, consumer brands, and private label manufacturers .
Sell custom thermoformed packaging solutions including blisters, clamshells, trays, inserts, and retail display packaging.
Develop strategic relationships with procurement, packaging engineers, product managers, and merchandising teams .
Generate new revenue through prospecting, networking, and industry events.
Account Management
Manage and grow existing customer accounts while identifying additional programs and product opportunities.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, pricing discussions, and project coordination.
Work closely with internal engineering, design, and production teams to deliver custom packaging solutions.
Sales Strategy
Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline and forecast .
Develop pricing strategies aligned with material costs, tooling requirements, and production capabilities.
Lead contract negotiations and long‑term supply agreements.
Market & Product Expertise
Provide insight into retail packaging trends, sustainability initiatives, and thermoforming capabilities .
Understand materials including PET, RPET, PVC, HIPS, and biodegradable plastics .
Educate customers on design‑for‑manufacturing and packaging optimization.
Qualifications
Required
5+ years of B2B sales experience in thermoforming, plastic packaging, or custom manufacturing
Proven success selling into retail, consumer goods, or private label brands
Strong knowledge of thermoformed packaging applications
Experience managing long sales cycles and large accounts
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills
Preferred
Experience selling retail packaging such as clamshells, blister packs, trays, or displays
Background working with big‑box retailers or national consumer brands
Familiarity with tooling, prototyping, and packaging design processes
Key Competencies
Strategic sales development
Consultative selling
Packaging and materials knowledge
Relationship building with retail buyers and packaging teams
Cross‑functional collaboration with engineering and operations
Why Join Us
Opportunity to sell custom thermoformed packaging into national retail brands and manage existing business
Remote flexibility with strong internal engineering and manufacturing support
Ability to influence packaging innovation and sustainability initiatives
High visibility role with significant growth potential
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The ideal candidate has experience selling thermoforming, plastic packaging, or custom manufacturing solutions .
This is a highly consultative sales role that requires identifying packaging challenges, collaborating with engineering teams, and delivering thermoformed solutions that improve product protection, presentation, and cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
Identify and pursue new opportunities with retailers, consumer brands, and private label manufacturers .
Sell custom thermoformed packaging solutions including blisters, clamshells, trays, inserts, and retail display packaging.
Develop strategic relationships with procurement, packaging engineers, product managers, and merchandising teams .
Generate new revenue through prospecting, networking, and industry events.
Account Management
Manage and grow existing customer accounts while identifying additional programs and product opportunities.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, pricing discussions, and project coordination.
Work closely with internal engineering, design, and production teams to deliver custom packaging solutions.
Sales Strategy
Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline and forecast .
Develop pricing strategies aligned with material costs, tooling requirements, and production capabilities.
Lead contract negotiations and long‑term supply agreements.
Market & Product Expertise
Provide insight into retail packaging trends, sustainability initiatives, and thermoforming capabilities .
Understand materials including PET, RPET, PVC, HIPS, and biodegradable plastics .
Educate customers on design‑for‑manufacturing and packaging optimization.
Qualifications
Required
5+ years of B2B sales experience in thermoforming, plastic packaging, or custom manufacturing
Proven success selling into retail, consumer goods, or private label brands
Strong knowledge of thermoformed packaging applications
Experience managing long sales cycles and large accounts
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills
Preferred
Experience selling retail packaging such as clamshells, blister packs, trays, or displays
Background working with big‑box retailers or national consumer brands
Familiarity with tooling, prototyping, and packaging design processes
Key Competencies
Strategic sales development
Consultative selling
Packaging and materials knowledge
Relationship building with retail buyers and packaging teams
Cross‑functional collaboration with engineering and operations
Why Join Us
Opportunity to sell custom thermoformed packaging into national retail brands and manage existing business
Remote flexibility with strong internal engineering and manufacturing support
Ability to influence packaging innovation and sustainability initiatives
High visibility role with significant growth potential
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