Field Sales Representative- Polythene Packaging

Future Recruitment; Duns; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British company in polythene packaging is seeking a Field Sales Representative to develop new business across the UK. The role offers autonomy and tools for account management, with responsibilities in client relationship building, negotiations, and product development. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience in the sector and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the polythene packaging sector.
• Experience in tender negotiations and bid preparation.
• Ability to open new accounts, preferably in packaging or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Grow and maintain a network of potential clients.
• Negotiate tenders, prepare documents, and draft proposals for pricing and contracts.
• Serve as the primary contact for tenders until completion.

Skills

Customer relationship skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Initiative

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Field Sales Representative - Polythene Packaging, Duns

Client: Future Recruitment

Location: Duns, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1346243d4f6d

Job Views: 3

Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

Job Description:

Our client is a leading British extruder, converter, and printer of polythene packaging, providing high-quality products including recycled polythene waste bags, virgin grade plastic packaging, sheeting, tubing, stretch, shrink & barrier film, pallet covers, and rolls to diverse markets such as food, waste, facilities management, clinical, and industrial sectors.

They are recruiting a Field Sales Representative to develop new business across the UK. The role offers significant autonomy, with support and tools provided to grow and manage accounts.

The company holds BRC and CHSA Accreditations, alongside ISO and clinical waste standards, ensuring rigorous quality assurance.

Responsibilities:

• Grow and maintain a network of potential clients.
• Identify decision-makers within client organizations.
• Maintain existing accounts and develop new ones through product development.
• Negotiate tenders, prepare documents, and draft proposals for pricing and contracts.
• Handle objections and work towards positive outcomes.
• Serve as the primary contact for tenders until completion.
• Develop new products through client discussions worldwide.
• Maintain margins and increase business through strategic pricing.
• Proven experience in the polythene packaging sector is required, either as an external sales professional or internal candidate seeking career growth.
• Experience in tender negotiations and bid preparation.
• Strong customer relationship skills.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Ability to open new accounts, preferably in packaging or related industries.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.