Business Development
Progressive, Waller, TX, United States
A fast‑growing
U.S.-based sustainable manufacturing company
is seeking a
Business Development / Sales Manager
to help expand its commercial footprint across
Food & Beverage, CPG, and distribution markets .
This organization is transforming how plastic products-such as
reusable pallets, containers, and industrial packaging ‑are made by integrating
recycling, automation, and advanced manufacturing
into a closed‑loop, cost‑competitive model.
With rising demand across food and beverage supply chains for
durable, recyclable, and sustainable plastic solutions , this role will partner closely with customers to modernize their logistics and packaging operations.
This position is
based in Houston
and will work closely with manufacturing, operations, and leadership teams on‑site.
About the Opportunity The Role As a Business Development / Sales Rep you will owner the full commercial cycle-from identifying new opportunities to closing long‑term supply relationships. You'll play a key role in helping major food and beverage companies transition toward
reusable and sustainable plastic solutions
(e.g., pallets, crates, and industrial products).
This is an ideal role for someone currently (or previously) selling into
food production, beverage bottling, distribution, or packaging‑adjacent markets
who wants to move into
sustainability‑driven manufacturing .
Houston, TX (In‑Office)
Full‑time
Key Responsibilities
Develop and grow relationships with
Food & Beverage, CPG, and distribution customers
Identify opportunities to replace legacy materials with
reusable plastic pallets and industrial products
Manage the full sales process: prospecting, discovery, solution positioning, pricing, and close
Work closely with internal operations and manufacturing teams to align customer needs with production capabilities
Educate customers on
sustainability, circular plastics, and cost efficiencies
Build long‑term partnerships and repeat business
Track pipeline activity and revenue forecasting
Ideal Background We are looking for candidates with:
3+ years of B2B sales or business development experience
Experience selling into
Food, Beverage, CPG, or distribution environments
Familiarity with logistics, packaging, pallets, containers, or industrial products is a strong plus
Comfortable selling
value‑based solutions , not just price
Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast‑moving, growth‑oriented environment
Why This Role
Be part of a company
reshaping plastics through sustainability and U.S.-based manufacturing
Sell products that customers need as regulations and sustainability initiatives expand
Work directly with decision‑makers in food and beverage operations
Clear opportunity for growth as the business scales
In‑office role with strong cross‑functional exposure
Location Houston, TX - In‑Office
Interested? If you have sales experience in Food & Beverage, CPG, or distribution and want to move into a high‑impact, sustainability‑focused manufacturing environment, we'd love to talk.
EOE Statement:
Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
In addition to base pay, direct‑hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary by location and hire date and is subject to change.
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U.S.-based sustainable manufacturing company
is seeking a
Business Development / Sales Manager
to help expand its commercial footprint across
Food & Beverage, CPG, and distribution markets .
This organization is transforming how plastic products-such as
reusable pallets, containers, and industrial packaging ‑are made by integrating
recycling, automation, and advanced manufacturing
into a closed‑loop, cost‑competitive model.
With rising demand across food and beverage supply chains for
durable, recyclable, and sustainable plastic solutions , this role will partner closely with customers to modernize their logistics and packaging operations.
This position is
based in Houston
and will work closely with manufacturing, operations, and leadership teams on‑site.
About the Opportunity The Role As a Business Development / Sales Rep you will owner the full commercial cycle-from identifying new opportunities to closing long‑term supply relationships. You'll play a key role in helping major food and beverage companies transition toward
reusable and sustainable plastic solutions
(e.g., pallets, crates, and industrial products).
This is an ideal role for someone currently (or previously) selling into
food production, beverage bottling, distribution, or packaging‑adjacent markets
who wants to move into
sustainability‑driven manufacturing .
Houston, TX (In‑Office)
Full‑time
Key Responsibilities
Develop and grow relationships with
Food & Beverage, CPG, and distribution customers
Identify opportunities to replace legacy materials with
reusable plastic pallets and industrial products
Manage the full sales process: prospecting, discovery, solution positioning, pricing, and close
Work closely with internal operations and manufacturing teams to align customer needs with production capabilities
Educate customers on
sustainability, circular plastics, and cost efficiencies
Build long‑term partnerships and repeat business
Track pipeline activity and revenue forecasting
Ideal Background We are looking for candidates with:
3+ years of B2B sales or business development experience
Experience selling into
Food, Beverage, CPG, or distribution environments
Familiarity with logistics, packaging, pallets, containers, or industrial products is a strong plus
Comfortable selling
value‑based solutions , not just price
Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast‑moving, growth‑oriented environment
Why This Role
Be part of a company
reshaping plastics through sustainability and U.S.-based manufacturing
Sell products that customers need as regulations and sustainability initiatives expand
Work directly with decision‑makers in food and beverage operations
Clear opportunity for growth as the business scales
In‑office role with strong cross‑functional exposure
Location Houston, TX - In‑Office
Interested? If you have sales experience in Food & Beverage, CPG, or distribution and want to move into a high‑impact, sustainability‑focused manufacturing environment, we'd love to talk.
EOE Statement:
Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
In addition to base pay, direct‑hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary by location and hire date and is subject to change.
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