Local Sales Representative
WestRock
Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; Measure self against standard of excellence; Take calculated risks to accomplish goalsBe driven, and responsible for your actions; maintain commitments and follow up with prospects and clients Volunteer readily; Undertake self-development activitiesDisplay attitude of deep commitment to win over the customer by having the sincere desire to offer value-added solutions Architect and articulate packaging solutions delivered through our distribution model by planning strategic development of a core client base and always be prospecting for new clientsDevelop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of key customers and targetsIdentify cost savings gaps and opportunities with the customer’s environment and utilize all Packaging Solutions resources and services to build solutions, implement the plan and document successesEstablish a sales budget, strategies and tactical sales plans by product line, customer, and marketFollow closely all established policies, guidelines and pricing for customer accounts and serviceProvide timely feedback to management team regarding service failures or customer concernsPartner with branch operations and corporate directives to meet and exceed customer’s service expectationsUtilize technology, such as e-mail and company contact management software to rapidly respond to customer needs and request for informationWhat you need to succeed:3+ years of demonstrated sales experience within the packaging, and container industries highly preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong demonstrated track recordSalesforce; MS Office: Word, Excel & PowerPointStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to travel locally in and out of selling area and state for meetings as requiredWhat we offer:Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialBenefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. The salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $175,000.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 30-Nov-2025.
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How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; Measure self against standard of excellence; Take calculated risks to accomplish goalsBe driven, and responsible for your actions; maintain commitments and follow up with prospects and clients Volunteer readily; Undertake self-development activitiesDisplay attitude of deep commitment to win over the customer by having the sincere desire to offer value-added solutions Architect and articulate packaging solutions delivered through our distribution model by planning strategic development of a core client base and always be prospecting for new clientsDevelop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of key customers and targetsIdentify cost savings gaps and opportunities with the customer’s environment and utilize all Packaging Solutions resources and services to build solutions, implement the plan and document successesEstablish a sales budget, strategies and tactical sales plans by product line, customer, and marketFollow closely all established policies, guidelines and pricing for customer accounts and serviceProvide timely feedback to management team regarding service failures or customer concernsPartner with branch operations and corporate directives to meet and exceed customer’s service expectationsUtilize technology, such as e-mail and company contact management software to rapidly respond to customer needs and request for informationWhat you need to succeed:3+ years of demonstrated sales experience within the packaging, and container industries highly preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong demonstrated track recordSalesforce; MS Office: Word, Excel & PowerPointStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to travel locally in and out of selling area and state for meetings as requiredWhat we offer:Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialBenefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. The salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $175,000.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 30-Nov-2025.
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