Our client, a world-leading innovator in the packaging machinery manufacturer's marketplace, is looking for an individual who wants to excel in the packaging world. This company is competitive and dynamic and wants only the right people, with the right qualifications and desire to join their team. There's always a new challenge or task just around the corner.

Northeast Territory:  New York, Western Connecticut, Eastern Pennsylvania, and New Jersey

Responsibilities:   

• Develop sales strategies with management/marketing to penetrate new markets and audiences, as well as maintain the existing base businesses in the territory
• Continue sales support of the existing product line
• Develop potential customer list based upon past knowledge, contacts and experience within the packaging industry
• Identify, establish and build relationships with key accounts
• Develop new business opportunities and markets through cold calling, networking and event attendance
• Work closely and collaboratively with the entire sales team and marketing team and within the company as a whole
• Provide regular strategic reports on regional activities
• Establish sales growth objectives, profitability targets and yearly sales management plan for the complete product line within your territory

Requirements:

The successful candidate will possess:

• 3 – 5 years sales and/or business development experience
• Experience selling capital equipment and packaging solutions
• The ability to cultivate long-term relationships with customers
• Motivated to work autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM(SalesForce) applications, or the ability to learn
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and authorization to work in the United States

This position offers a competitive salary, commission, car allowance and great benefits.