Jobs · Business Development · Illinois

Sales Manager - National Accounts

Packaging Corporation of America · Lake Forest, IL · 2 wk ago
Business Development$130k–$185k/yrFull-time

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and execute national sales strategies to grow profitable business.
  • Build strong relationships with key accounts and identify new opportunities.
  • Present creative packaging solutions tailored to customer needs.
  • Manage pricing, quotations, and performance tracking for assigned accounts.
  • Negotiate contracts and maintain long-term agreements.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and ensure exceptional service.
  • Support RFPs/RFIs and maintain accurate forecasts and records.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Business degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of successful outside sales experience in packaging industry.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Expertise in packaging and corrugated products strongly preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel; valid U.S. driver’s license required.
  • Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Compensation And Benefits

  • Starting salary range for position: $130,000 - $185,000
  • Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

Similar jobs

Account Manager, National Accounts

Relation Insurance ServicesCalifornia, United States· 2 wk ago
Business Development$63k–$121k/yrapply on relationinsurance.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

Account Manager

First Tech Federal Credit UnionAustin, TX· 1 wk ago
Business Developmentapply on brightviewcareers.com

Account Manager

ProSource WholesaleLas Vegas, NV· 2 wk ago
Administrative$65k/yrapply on zero-hiring.app.loxo.co

Account Manager

eBayRunnemede, NJ· 2 wk ago
Business Development$54k–$86k/yrapply on jobs.ebayinc.com

Account Manager

Marsh McLennan AgencyHonolulu, HI· 3 wk ago
Salesapply on careers.marsh.com

Account Manager

AbsenceSoftUnited States· 2 wk ago
RemoteBusiness Development$75k–$85k/yrapply on ats.rippling.com