Packaging Logistics Specialist

You are important to us. The cornerstone of our success is from the creativity and motivation of our approximately 2,400 employees worldwide at 74 locations. Storopack is a global leader/specialist in developing and producing protective packaging and technical molded parts. We encourage our employees to be decisive even in challenging situations by empowering them to make a difference helping the company grow positively and profitably.We are looking to recruit a flexible and team-oriented Packaging Logistics Specialist for presenting Storopack products and services that meet the packaging needs of our customers in Chicago, Illinois. This position is available for an immediate start.Packaging Logistics SpecialistYOUR SKILLS:Four-year college degree.Very good knowledge of material flow, packaging and shipping.MS Office applications and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) experience (desirable).Self-motivated and team oriented.Professional acumen.Willing to travel domestically and internationally.Good communication and negotiating skills.Excellent English verbal and written skills.Mechanical aptitude.Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs when required.Ability to walk/stand for long periods of time when required.Must be located in the Cincinnati or Chicago area.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for effectively presenting Storopack products and services that meet the needs of our customers, providing solutions to their automated packaging needs.Assume full responsibility for his/her assigned territory, to identify sales opportunities for Storopack’s automated packaging solutions and to grow sales and margin beyond forecasted targets.Perform independent market research and participate in marketing campaigns to promote Storopack solutions.Accompany Storopack sales colleagues on customer visits to identify their needs.Actively search for potential new clients.Analyze customer’s requirements/priorities.Collaborate with technical departments to create a first solution concept.Create a bridge between technical and commercial teams including sales, engineering and the customer.Present a solution and probability of success to the customer.Negotiate an offer including technical, commercial and contractual aspects.Manage relationships with Distributors and End-Users.Serve as Project Coordinator during implementation.Be proficient at conducting distributor sales meetings and end user presentations and product demonstrations.Timely reporting of sales activity, monthly expense reports and updates in CRM-reporting pipeline activity.We offerStoropack will provide you with on-the-job training as well as continuous further education relating to your position. The job is varied and challenging and we are looking forward to welcoming a new staff member to the already existing, dynamic and dedicated team.Compensation Package:Competitive Base Salary based on experience.Commission/Bonus.Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD and 401k with company match.Company provided vehicle.We look forward to receiving your application.