Business Development, Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Distribution Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Lead Generation, Logistics, Manufacturing, Market Trend Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Product Pricing, Proposal Writing, Regional Sales, Request for Proposals (RFP), Sales, Sales Cycle, Sales Forecasting, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Prospecting, Territory Management
Regional Packaging Sales
Salary: $$ 85000 - $$ 140000 per year
Location: Austin, Texas
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Available
Job Description:
- Own and grow a Austin/San Antonio-based territory through aggressive prospecting and relationship development across manufacturing, logistics, and distribution clients
- Sell custom corrugated boxes and packaging solutions tailored to customer specifications, operations, and cost objectives
- Drive new business while expanding existing accounts within the Austin/San Antonio and surrounding area.
- Manage the full sales cycle: lead generation, needs assessment, quoting, closing, and account management
- Partner closely with internal production and design teams to deliver custom, cost-effective packaging solutions
- Conduct in-person client visits throughout the surrounding areas to strengthen relationships and close business
- Prepare RFQs/RFPs, pricing strategies, and product recommendations aligned with customer needs
- Maintain a strong pipeline and accurately forecast sales activity using CRM tools
- Stay connected to local market trends, key industries (energy, food & beverage, industrial manufacturing), and competitive landscape
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of packaging sales experience (corrugated highly preferred)
- Proven success selling into the Austin/San Antonio markets and developing new business
- Strong understanding of custom packaging solutions vs. commodity sales
- Established network within Austin/San Antonio manufacturing, distribution, or industrial sectors is a major plus
- Ability to manage a territory independently with a hunter-driven mindset
- Strong communication, negotiation, and closing skills
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Bachelors degree preferred
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
We are seeking a driven Regional Packaging Sales Representative to lead growth across the Austin and San Antonio, TX market for a corrugated manufacturing leader.
This is a high-impact, expansion-focused role targeting one of the strongest industrial and manufacturing corridors in the country. You will have the autonomy to build a book of business while delivering custom corrugated and packaging solutions to a diverse client base.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 85000
Salary Max : $ 140000
Currency Type : USD
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