Technical Sales Representative

Responsible for

• Resolution of significant technical, scientific, or engineering issues affecting the sales installation and utilization of organization products.
• Cooking up a course of action with senior technical leaders.
• Providing insights for the development of customer Value Propositions.
• Timely feedback on market, customer, and competitive activity.
• Participating in the development and responsibility for delivering financial solutions.
• Handling large-sized accounts or selected customers with a complex product mix.
• Acting as a technical expert in troubleshooting the technical aspects of product sales, manufacturing, and development.
• Visiting company manufacturing and customer facilities to identify and resolve technical product manufacturing issues.
• Visiting company manufacturing and customer facilities to identify and resolve technical product manufacturing issues and, in some organizations, the installation repair and preventative maintenance of equipment sales.
• Serving as a resource for other internal departments and being sought out for advice and solutions.
• Identifying and initiating problem resolution process improvement and serving as the primary resource to company and customer operations.
• Driving profitable business growth by prioritizing and executing strategic initiatives.

Qualifications, Skills And Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years' experience with packaging applications.
• Maintenance or engineering education or completion of advanced trade certification training is a plus.
• Experience in the corrugated box industry is a plus.
• Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Drive for Results, Action Oriented, Priority Setting.

Benefits

• Health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Impact

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture

We promote employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged, and have an opportunity to do their best work every day.

The Company

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

EEO Statement

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.