Sales Representative

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Representative in the packaging sector, offering a competitive salary of £65k-£70k and performance-based bonuses. This fully remote role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing customer accounts, and providing tailored solutions. Strong experience in B2B sales and the packaging industry is essential. Enjoy benefits like a company car, generous holidays, and career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Company car and expenses

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

6% employer pension contribution

Death-in-service benefit

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the packaging industry is essential.
• Experience with new business development and account management.
• Ability to understand packaging performance and technical aspects.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities in the packaging sector.
• Manage existing customer accounts and increase revenue streams.
• Collaborate with internal teams to build a strong sales pipeline.
• Provide tailored solutions based on customer needs.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Consultative sales approach

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Are you a high-energy sales hunter from the packaging industry looking for a role with real influence, autonomy, and the backing of a major international group? This opportunity offers the chance to step into a Sales Representative position where you shape strategy, drive growth, and become a key voice in a rapidly expanding packaging business all while working fully remotely.

The Role

As a Sales Representative, you will:

• Identify, engage, and convert new business opportunities within the packaging sector
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts, uncovering additional revenue streams
• Work closely with internal teams to convert pre-qualified leads and build a strong pipeline
• Take a consultative approach to understanding customer needs and presenting tailored solutions
• Support customers with guidance on packaging performance, sustainability, and product optimisation
• Collaborate with technical specialists to ensure customers receive expert support
• Consistently deliver revenue and margin targets while contributing to broader commercial goals

About You

To succeed as a Sales Representative, you must:

• Come from the packaging industry this is essential
• Bring proven experience in B2B sales, new business development, and account management
• Demonstrate a consultative sales approach with strong communication and negotiation skills
• Be self‑motivated, organised, and able to manage your own schedule remotely
• Have the ability to understand or quickly learn packaging performance and technical aspects

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary circa £65k‑£70k
• Performance-based bonus (approx. 20%)
• Company car and expenses package
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Death-in-service benefit (3 salary)
• Strong career development opportunities within an expanding group
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Location & Travel

• Fully remote role
• Regular travel to customers within the the NORTH of the UK and to the UK head office
• Occasional travel to European offices

If you're a driven Sales Representative ready to elevate your career within a thriving packaging organisation, this confidential role offers the platform, progression, and flexibility you re looking for.