You will lead packaging sales growth across the Houston market for a corrugated manufacturing leader. This is an expansion-focused role in one of the strongest industrial and manufacturing corridors in the country. You will build your own book of business by selling custom corrugated solutions to manufacturing, logistics, and distribution clients.
Why You'll Love This Role
You get the autonomy to build and run your own territory
You work in a high-impact, growth-focused position
You sell custom packaging solutions to a diverse client base across Houston and the Gulf Coast
You partner with internal production and design teams to deliver for your customers
$85-140,000
commission
Your Day-to-Day
Own your territory: Prospect and build relationships across Greater Houston and the surrounding Gulf Coast region
Sell custom corrugated packaging: Match boxes and packaging solutions to each customer's specifications, operations, and cost goals
Manage the full sales cycle: Generate leads, assess needs, quote, close, and manage accounts
Win new business and grow existing accounts: Expand the accounts you hold while opening new ones
Meet clients in person: Visit customers throughout Houston and nearby areas to strengthen relationships and close deals
Prepare proposals: Build RFQs, RFPs, pricing strategies, and product recommendations that fit customer needs
Work with production and design: Deliver cost-effective custom solutions alongside your internal teams
Keep your pipeline strong: Forecast sales activity accurately using CRM tools
Stay current on your market: Track local trends, the competitive landscape, and key industries including energy, food and beverage, and industrial manufacturing
What We're Looking For
3+ years of packaging sales experience, including corrugated sales experience (required)
A proven record of selling into the Houston market and developing new business
A clear understanding of custom packaging solutions versus commodity sales
A hunter's mindset and the ability to manage a territory independently
Strong communication, negotiation, and closing skills
Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
Bachelor's degree preferred
An established network in Houston's manufacturing, distribution, or industrial sectors (a major plus)
Ready to Apply?
If you know the Houston packaging market and want to build a territory of your own, this role is for you. You will sell custom corrugated solutions, win new accounts, and grow a book of business that is yours. Apply today to start the conversation.