Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. The Opportunity
Victory Packaging, a Smurfit Westrock Company, is looking for an outgoing and competitive person for a new Sales Representative position opening. We are seeking a persuasive and independent individual who loves a fast pace, building relationships and hunting/prospecting. In addition, they will be a problem solver and love to identify value added solutions for our customers.
How you will impact Victory Packaging, a Smurfit Westrock Company:Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; Measure self against standard of excellence; Take calculated risks to accomplish goalsBe driven, and responsible for your actions; maintain commitments and follow up with prospects and clients Volunteer readily; Undertake self-development activitiesDisplay attitude of deep commitment to win over the customer by having the sincere desire to offer value-added solutions Architect and articulate packaging solutions delivered through our distribution model by planning strategic development of a core client base and always be prospecting for new clientsDevelop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of key customers and targetsIdentify cost savings gaps and opportunities with the customer’s environment and utilize all Victory’s packaging resources and services to build solutions, implement the plan and document successesEstablish a sales budget, strategies and tactical sales plans by product line, customer, and marketFollow closely all established policies, guidelines and pricing for customer accounts and serviceProvide timely feedback to management team regarding service failures or customer concernsPartner with branch operations and corporate directives to meet and exceed customer’s service expectationsUtilize technology, such as e-mail and company contact management software to rapidly respond to customer needs and request for informationWhat you need to succeed:3+ years of demonstrated sales experience within the packaging, and container industries highly preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong demonstrated track recordSalesforce; MS Office: Word, Excel & PowerPointStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to travel locally in and out of selling area and state for meetings as requiredWhat we offer:Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialBenefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.#Victory Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.