Sales and Business Development Representative (Plastic Packaging) (34887)

An international manufacturer of engineering plastics and polymer materials for packaging is seeking a Sales and Business Development Representative to develop their territory in the Southeast and Upper Midwest regions of the U.S. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ sales and business development experience within the plastics/resins manufacturing sector, and is technical-minded, with the ability to independently develop new clients and business opportunities.

This position is remote / Work from Home, however, only candidates residing in the Southeast or Upper Midwest will be considered.

Territory Sales Manager Responsibilities Include:

• Identify new business development opportunities, and establish relationships with potential customers within assigned sales territory
• Interface with customers and clients regarding product issues, quality assurance, questions, etc.
• Collaboration with sales teams and clients regarding market analysis, product planning, and expected demand
• Product proposal preparation and delivery
• Create price quotations and negotiate price / costs with customers; secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery
• Business travel as required up to 30%
• Other duties as assigned

Territory Sales Manager Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a similarly technical field
• At least 5 years’ sales and business development within the plastics/resins industry is required; additional experience developing business with packaging industry is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with engineering plastics, resins, and / or similar polymer materials, as well as their related manufacturing processes
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required
• Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and good organizational skills
• Good computer skills and proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office applications

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Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

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