Local Sales Representative - Detroit, MI

Smurfit Westrock; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions is seeking an outgoing Local Sales Representative to build relationships with customers in the Detroit area and drive revenue growth. You will hunt new prospects, present value-added packaging solutions and manage accounts with a focus on service and results.

The ideal candidate demonstrates 3+ years of B2B packaging sales experience, excellent communication skills and the willingness to travel locally to meet clients.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated sales experience within the packaging/containers industries preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong track record.
• Ability to travel locally in and out of selling area for meetings as required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate persistence and meet/exceed sales targets.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of key customers and targets.
• Architect and articulate packaging solutions through our distribution model; plan development of core client base.
• Establish sales budgets, strategies, and tactical plans by product line and market.
• Provide feedback to management on service issues and customer concerns.
• Utilize CRM and email to respond quickly to customer needs.

Skills

Sales experience packaging

Prospecting

Communication skills

Job description

Local Sales Representative - Detroit, MI

Locations

MI Detroit

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

06-Oct-2026

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Opportunity
Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions is looking for an outgoing and competitive person for a new Sales Representative position opening. We are seeking a persuasive and independent individual who loves a fast pace, building relationships and hunting/prospecting. In addition, they will be a problem solver and love to identify value added solutions for our customers.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions:

• Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; Measure self against standard of excellence; Take calculated risks to accomplish goals
• Be driven, and responsible for your actions; maintain commitments and follow up with prospects and clients Volunteer readily; Undertake self-development activities
• Display 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 clients
• Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of key customers and targets
• Identify 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 successes
• Establish a sales budget, strategies and tactical sales plans by product line, customer, and market
• Follow closely all established policies, guidelines and pricing for customer accounts and service
• Provide timely feedback to management team regarding service failures or customer concerns
• Partner with branch operations and corporate directives to meet and exceed customer’s service expectations
• Utilize technology, such as e-mail and company contact management software to rapidly respond to customer needs and request for information

What 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 record
• Strong problem-solving skillsAbility to travel locally in and out of selling area and state for meetings as required

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• Benefits 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.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

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.