Sales Representative- Flexible Packaging (EPS) IL

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Veritiv Landsberg is seeking an experienced Flexible Packaging Sales Representative to execute sales strategy, initiate contact with existing and potential customers, identify customer’s needs, wants and desires and through this process, develop and communicate unique, custom tailored Flexible Packaging solutions that generates sales and profit growth. Working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, create a positive customer experience that results in repeat business. Be able to sell value and be hungry for growing the business

What You’ll be Responsible For in this Role

As a Flexible Packaging Sales Representative, you will be specializing in the selling of Flexible Packaging products through the company’s total solutions approach. In this role, you will be expected to cold call, and drive new business by also partnering with your internal cross functional teams (Landsberg) to provide customers with more of a value-added and “one stop” customized packaging solutions.

Increases revenue and profitability through generation of new Flexible Packaging business and further development of existing accounts.

Develops sales plans to grow sales and profitability within accounts.

Generates new leads by networking, cold calling, researching various directories and internet sites.

Understands complex requirements from customers for preparation of customized quoting.

Latitude to independently negotiate pricing and value-added services based on quoting configurations.

Prepares periodic reports for management, identifying successful sales activities, sales trends, special account information or issues and any follow up action required.

Tracks market trends and develops competitive insights to be shared among the business unit.

Manages orders to ensure items are processed and delivered in a timely manner, quality of products, invoices are paid within the payment terms and the overall satisfaction of the customer.

Performs other duties and/ or responsibilities as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

College Degree or work related equivalent

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in direct Flexible Packaging Sales

Additional Required Qualifications:

Ability to create and maintain strong relations with customers

Ability to multi-task without compromising accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong computer and organizational skills; ability to use and create customer presentations

Excellent communication skills; internal and external

Knowledge of Flexible Packaging structures, printing, and supplier capabilities

Team player

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Business Mastery

Integrated Leadership

People Development

Change Management

Intellectual Flexibility & Technical acumen

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with our company and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for additional support and guidance.

What We Offer

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Group Short-Term Disability

Group Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Profit Sharing and 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

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Education:

● No Education Preferences

What We Offer

Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.

Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.

Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.

Healthcare benefits and 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and much more!

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

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