Sales Trainee - Flexibles

TOPPAN Packaging Americas; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 64

Wellbeing tools and Employee Assist.

Paid time off and holidays

Company insurance plans including life

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas invites you to join our Sales Trainee Program in Charlotte, NC. This role develops leadership, technical knowledge, and strong business skills while immersing you in our flexible sales process and coaching.

You will learn product breadth, customer engagement, and territory management, with hands-on project work and ongoing training. A clear path to future sales leadership awaits high-potential candidates.

Qualifications

• Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business.
• Previous internship experience (preferably with Commercial responsibilities)
• Proven leadership experience
• A strong desire and commitment to succeed in Sales
• Technical aptitude
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• A passion for continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Gain leadership skills, technical knowledge, and understanding of TOPPAN's culture and processes.
• Learn the sales process and techniques through ongoing training and coaching.
• Develop skills in customer interaction and territory management.
• Assess customer needs, build relationships, and contribute to TOPPAN's growth trajectory.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation

Customer interaction

Territory management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business

Job description

TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high-performance flexible and thermoformed packaging solutions for the food, beverage, medical and consumer goods industries. We offer products like transparent high barrier films, pouches, clamshells and trays, utilizing advanced technology to enhance product safety, visibility and environmental sustainability.

TOPPAN Packaging Americas operates as part of the global TOPPAN group, with 22 manufacturing facilities across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Want to learn more? Visit us at packaging.toppan.com

Summary Description

The TOPPAN Sales Trainee Program is designed to help you develop leadership skills, gain technical knowledge, establish strong business skills, and understand TOPPAN's culture and processes.

The program is a blend of hands-on experiences and opportunities. Throughout the program you can expect to gain a better understanding of your leadership style and contribute to TOPPAN through valuable project work.

This specific role as a Sales Trainee for our Flexibles Division will position you to be a successful Sales Representative with opportunities for future leadership in Sales.

Joining our Flexibles Division as a Sales Trainee, you will immerse yourself in a comprehensive learning journey. You'll gain expertise in our broad product range, learn the sales process and techniques through ongoing training and coaching and develop skills in customer interaction and territory management. Working closely with experienced professionals, you’ll learn to assess customer needs, build relationships, and contribute to our business’s growth trajectory. This role offers hands‑on experience and a solid foundation for a successful and financially rewarding sales career.

We Look For Students Who

• Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master's degree in Business
• Previous internship experience (preferably with Commercial responsibilities)
• Proven leadership experience
• A strong desire and commitment to succeed in Sales
• Technical aptitude
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• A passion for continuous improvement

This position will be in Charlotte, NC (Southend Area)

Compensation

The annual base salary range for Non‑Technical Degrees is between $61,500 and $65,000.

The annual base salary range for Technical Degrees is between $72,000 and $77,500.

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees' overall wellbeing. This includes competitive pay, robust benefits and programs that help you thrive both personally and professionally. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary based on your work location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.