Holmen Holmen's extensive forest holdings are the foundation of our business. Using our own production facilities, the growing trees are refined into everything from wood for climate-smart building to renewable packaging, magazines and books, while at the same time we generate hydro and wind power on our own land. A business that not only creates value for customers and shareholders, but also contributes to a better climate and thriving rural communities. Holmen has been established in the USA since 1985 with our own sales operation, making this year 40 years of continued commitment to the North American marketplace. Your next workplace We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Business Development Manager within our Pharma/Health Packaging Segment based in the USA that can show both new and existing customers the value of our products and services in the USA and Canada region. You are part of our Sales Americas team, consisting of 8 people. The position will involve local and occasional international travel. Our North America office is located in Lyndhurst, NJ, just outside of New York City. Your position could be home office based depending on region. Your future challenge Your task will also be to seek out new customer relationships and new business opportunities within the Pharma packaging segment. More than half your time will be spent travelling and visiting customers within the USA and Canada. You will additionally manage, maintain and develop volume and revenue for a defined set of appointed accounts and customer portfolios. Your responsibilities are (but not limited to):

• Identifying and pursuing new growth opportunities
• Defining and carrying out specific offers to each customer based on the Sales Plan.
• Gathering and analyzing market and competitor information.
• Maintaining and developing customer relationships of existing customers.
• Negotiating and closing deals
• Staying updated on industry trends
• Collaboration with other departments
• Invoice forecasting for the assigned customer group.
• Identifying, proposing and implementing local marketing activities.
• Coordinating all activities between the customer and the company, including visits to our mills.
• Representing Holmen Board and Paper at exhibitions and fairs.

To succeed in this role Our ideal candidate has a proven track record in B2B sales. Experience in the pharma packaging segment would be an advantage. Other experience in the folding carton segment, like Food, Electronics, Cosmetics is a plus. You are outgoing and seek new opportunities for expanding the business. You are self-motivated, good at building relationships with existing and future customers, and are able to close deals. Furthermore you;

• Are persistent and have a strong drive to track down and close deals.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Have a bachelor's degree in business, marketing or a related field or the equivalent in relevant work experience.
• Are proficient in using CRM software and Microsoft Office.
• Are in possession of a valid driver's license and passport. We offer you Our organization offers a highly international, friendly and challenging work environment. In addition, we offer you:
• A competitive salary package and benefits (e.g. medical, company car, sports allowance).
• Occasional travel opportunities international.
• Opportunities for professional competence development.

Apply today! Can you see yourself as our new Business Development Manager Pharma/Health Packaging? Please apply today by sending us your resume!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Cell phone reimbursement Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

Performance bonus

Experience:

Packaging:

3 years (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Lyndhurst, NJ 07071