Project Specialist

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 trainingRotations: 2-3 rotations across different commercial functions (e.g., Customer Service, Sales, Sales Operations, Product Management)Training: Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional developmentMentorship: Pairing with senior sales/product mgmt.. leaders and mentorsEvaluation: Regular performance reviews and feedback sessions Essential Functions Acclimate to Huhtamaki, products, and processes.Directly interact with customers in various waysPartner with cross-functional business leaders to assist on strategic projectsIdentify areas to improve and streamline processesAll other duties assigned by management Required Job Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related fieldStrong interest in a career in sales or marketingExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsProactive, self-motivated, and eager to learnAbility to work effectively in a team-oriented environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Willingness to relocate within US for sales opportunitiesWillingness to travel for business Environment Office environmentWork hours are usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but could require after hours and weekend work to complete projects on timeTravel as needed; up to 10% Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.