Sales Representative

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Sales Representative skilled in B2B sales and account management for a fully remote role in the packaging industry. The successful candidate will identify new business opportunities, manage existing accounts, and work collaboratively with internal teams. This position offers a competitive salary with a performance-based bonus and benefits, including a company car and strong career development within an expanding organization.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, new business development, and account management.
• Must come from the packaging industry.
• Self-motivated and able to manage own schedule remotely.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities within the packaging sector.
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts.
• Collaborate with technical specialists to provide expert support.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Account management

Consultative sales approach

Strong communication 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

• 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 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.