Local Sales Representative - Houston, TX

Smurfit Westrock; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Medical, dental, vision

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Referral bonus

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Local Sales Representative in Houston, TX to drive packaging solutions, build strong customer relationships and hunt for new accounts in a fast-paced setting.

You will collaborate with operations and leadership to meet service expectations, develop strategic development plans by product line, and travel locally to meet clients. A results-driven mindset and excellent communication are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated sales experience, preferably in packaging/containers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and solution orientation.
• Ability to travel locally within the selling area and state as required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; measure self against standard of excellence.
• Build relationships with customers and prospects, and hunt for new accounts.
• Architect and articulate packaging solutions delivered through our distribution model; plan strategic development of core clients.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of key customers and targets; identify opportunities and document successes.
• Set sales budgets, strategies, and tactical plans by product line, customer, and market.
• Follow policies, pricing guidelines, and provide feedback on service quality.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Travel ability

Job description

Local Sales Representative - Houston, TX

Locations

TX Houston Victory

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

05-May-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 skills
• Ability 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.