Sales Executive - Thermoforming (Food Packaging) (Ref: PK9415)

NEW VACANCY PK9415

SALES EXECUTIVE - THERMOFORMING (FOOD PACKAGING)

WEST MIDLANDS

£Up to £55K Depending on Experience + Company Car OR Car Allowance + Phone + Laptop + Pension + Company Events

Our client is an established manufacturer specialising in thermoformed plastic products, supplying high-quality solutions to customers across a range of industries.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Sales Executive to develop new business and manage existing customer relationships across the UK.

The successful candidate will have a strong focus on the food packaging market, selling thermoformed products and bespoke packaging solutions into blue-chip food manufacturers, contract packers and food processors across the UK. You will work with senior commercial and procurement contacts to understand customer requirements, identify new opportunities and develop long-term partnerships with some of the UK's leading food businesses.

The role will also involve liaising with third-party suppliers and stakeholders within the wider supply chain, including businesses supplying major multiple retailers. You will need to understand the demands of high-volume food production and retailer supply chains, helping customers develop cost-effective, practical and commercially viable thermoformed packaging solutions.

Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for identifying new sales opportunities, developing customer relationships and promoting the company's range of thermoformed products for the food packaging industry.
• Develop new business through proactive sales activity and lead generation
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts
• Identify customer requirements and recommend suitable thermoformed solutions
• Prepare quotations and negotiate pricing
• Build strong relationships with customers and key decision-makers
• Attend customer meetings, site visits and industry events
• Achieve agreed sales targets and contribute to business growth

Requirements:

• Previous B2B sales experience in the Food Packaging industry
• Experience selling technical or bespoke products
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated and commercially driven
• Full UK driving licence

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Sales Executive to join a growing manufacturing business and develop their career within the thermoformed plastics sector.