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:  As the Sales Manager, you will manage and lead the sales team to generate revenue and volume growth by providing differentiated consultative service and strategic value to customers. 
 
The Sales Manager is responsible for managing the productivity of the sales team and ensuring that all representatives are focused on customers’ needs and bringing to bear broad market knowledge of corrugated packaging, technical savvy, and consumer insights. 
 
 The Sales Manager trains and coaches sales representatives, supports the Business Unit Sales Manager to establish goals, direction, and standards of contact with customers for the business unit, and provides continuous support to the customers, plants, Sales Representatives, and leadership. 

 

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Lead the sales team to exceed volume and profit goals through new account development, growth in existing accounts, and margin improvement initiativesDevelop the sales strategy for the business unit in partnership with the Business Unit Sales Manager to articulate the strategic goals and direction of the business unitDevelop processes, people, training, and tools to implement the business unit strategy, aligning activities and KPIs to strategic goals and objectivesManage the sales team to develop and maintain a sufficient prospect pipeline to meet volume growth objectives and drive resultsLead the sales team to identify, close, develop, and grow strategic accounts Develop pricing and sales strategies for each target account in partnership with Sales Representatives and Pre-Pricing Specialists by analyzing data to ensure that strategic pricing recommendations align with the requirements of the business unit, profitability goals, and plant production capabilities Negotiate large customer contracts and support the development of formal agreements in partnership with Sales Representatives, Management, and LegalManage pipeline through monthly sales meetings and cadence calls with Sales RepresentativesAssist with development of annual budget and monthly forecastsConduct monthly performance review meetings with direct reports to assess performance, identify and remove obstacles, and discuss opportunities for growth and developmentMentor and train sales team to develop capability around industry knowledge, relationship development, systems, tools and processesOnboard, train, and coach new team members to enable them to quickly become productive and effectiveRetain top talent and keep them motivated, engaged, and continuously building their capability

 

What you need to succeed:

High School diploma or G.E.D., Bachelor’s degree preferredMust have minimum of 5 years of sales experience, manufacturing industry or corrugated industry preferred; 5 years of sales leadership is preferredMust have documented history of achieving and exceeding sales objectives Proven track record of leadership and decision-making skills to achieve goals and objectives Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability leveraging order entry systems, CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce), and reporting systems

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

 

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.