Packaging Specialist

Pregis Corporation; Remote; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a Packaging Specialist for an entry-level development role aimed at building a career in packaging sales. This position involves generating new business, building client relationships, and gaining hands-on experience in client success. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and possess strong communication skills. This role requires frequent travel (25-50%) to visit clients across various locations, including Dallas.

Benefits

Career path mentorship

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Open to recent graduates and entry-level candidates.
• 1-3 years of experience in sales or packaging is a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently (25-50%) and relocate.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients.
• Generate new business through cold calling and networking.
• Travel daily to visit clients and distributors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Self-starter

Proactive business development

Cold calling experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems (e.g., C4C, Salesforce)

Job description

Overview

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business

Job Title

Job Title: Packaging Specialist

Location: Open to Candidates in Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Philadelphia, Seattle (Frequent Travel Required)

Why Join Pregis North America?

Pregis is a leading innovator in protective packaging solutions, serving diverse industries with cutting-edge products and exceptional service. Backed by Warburg Pincus, we are a growth-focused organization that thrives on "Wowing" our customers. With 2,300 employees across 24+ North American facilities, we are expanding rapidly and looking for passionate individuals to join our journey.

About the Position

The Packaging Specialist role is an entry-level development position designed for individuals eager to build a career in packaging sales and ultimately grow into an Account Manager role. If you are motivated, adaptable, and ready to learn, this is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience in client success and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Retention & Growth: Build strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and long-term loyalty.
• Sales Development: Generate new business through cold calling, prospecting, and networking.
• Client Engagement: Travel daily to visit clients, distributors, and prospects at fulfillment centers and distribution warehouses.
• Market Expertise: Stay informed on industry trends and product innovations to identify growth opportunities.
• Achieve Results: Meet and exceed sales targets through upselling, cross-selling, and new account acquisition.
• Collaborate: Partner with internal teams to deliver best-in-class solutions.
• Report & Analyze: Track visits, performance, and market insights for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Business, or related technical field preferred.
• Open to recent graduates and entry-level candidates; 1-3 years of experience (including internships and co-ops) in sales, packaging, or technical B2B environments is a plus.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to business development.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
• Experience with cold calling and lead generation is a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently (25-50%) and relocate for future Account Manager opportunities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., C4C, Salesforce).

Why Join Pregis?

• Clear career path to Account Manager with mentorship and development programs.
• Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives.
• Dynamic, collaborative team environment.
• Travel and networking opportunities to accelerate your career.

Our Growth Culture

We believe in transparency, collaboration, and continuous learning. Through roundtable discussions, regular 1:1s, and open communication, we empower our team members to share ideas and drive innovation.

Pregis Core Values

Integrity - The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness. Here at Pregis, we value our people and expect the highest quality from each.

Collaboration - Combination action of a group of people, especially when effective and efficient. Pregis strives to hire people that want to win as a team. We look for these qualities when interviewing and value the people that want to strive for the greater good!

Customer Focus - We recognize that having a strong customer focus means having a strong contribution of overall success. We are about putting our customers and their satisfaction first! When recruiting for the right fit, we strive to find this quality in our candidates as a priority for both internal and external customer basis.

Innovation - Here at Pregis, we are always innovating and keeping up with the newest technology to stay proactive within the market.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.