Project Specialist

Huhtamaki; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki in the United States is launching a Commercial Career Program—a sales/marketing rotation track designed to give you a comprehensive view of our processes, products, and customer engagement strategies.

You'll rotate through Customer Service, Sales Operations, and Product Management, with mentorship from senior leaders and regular performance feedback. The program spans 12–18 months and is based in De Soto, KS, with opportunities to travel and relocate within the US as you grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field required.
• Strong interest in a career in sales or marketing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Acclimate to Huhtamaki, products, and processes.
• Directly interact with customers in various ways.
• Partner with cross-functional business leaders to assist on strategic projects.
• Identify areas to improve and streamline processes.
• All other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

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

Job description

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Huhtamaki’s North America business segment is a leading manufacturer of consumer goods packaging as well as tableware, cups, folding cartons, containers, trays and service ware for the foodservice industry and retail markets. Our product portfolio includes Chinet®, the leading brand of premium tableware.

Huhtamaki North America employs approximately 4,200 people in 18 manufacturing units with its US Headquarters in De Soto, KS. The parent company, Huhtamaki Oyj, has its head office in Espoo, Finland. Huhtamaki Oyj is the #1 globally operating foodservice packaging and molding fiber company in the world.

Are you looking for a successful, growing company with a great culture? Huhtamaki can provide you with a meaningful, exciting career.

Job Summary

Our Commercial Career Program is a sales/marketing rotation program designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of our sales processes, products, and customer engagement strategies. This program offers a unique opportunity to rotate through various customer service and sales functions, receive mentorship from experienced sales or product management professionals, and develop the skills needed to excel in a career at Huhtamaki.

Program Structure

• Duration: 12-18 months training
• Rotations: 2-3 rotations across different commercial functions (e.g., Customer Service, Sales, Sales Operations, Product Management)
• Training: Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development
• Mentorship: Pairing with senior sales/product mgmt.. leaders and mentors
• Evaluation: Regular performance reviews and feedback sessions

Essential Functions

• Acclimate to Huhtamaki, products, and processes.
• Directly interact with customers in various ways
• Partner with cross-functional business leaders to assist on strategic projects
• Identify areas to improve and streamline processes
• All other duties assigned by management

Required

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Strong interest in a career in sales or marketing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Willingness to relocate within US for sales opportunities
• Willingness to travel for business

Environment

• Office environment
• Work hours are usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but could require after hours and weekend work to complete projects on time
• Travel as needed; up to 10%

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.