Sales Representative

Pratt Industries•Hammond, LA

About The Position

Join Pratt Industries in Hammond, LA. "Don't just sell boxes—become the strategic problem-solver who drives real-world packaging innovation for industry leaders." The primary responsibilities of a Sales Representative is to acquire new, profitable accounts and maintain existing customer relationships through regular contact and excellent service. This work is supported by managing collections, processing required paperwork, and maintaining expert knowledge of products, costing variables, and machine limitations. If you are passionate about being a part of a culture where commitment, pride, and innovation are the foundation of your career then Pratt Industries is for you! Qualifications Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 10,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest. Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave. Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D

Requirements

5 Years + of selling experience in the packaging industry.
Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and ability to load and unload samples from vehicle.
Regularly required to walk, talk, hear, stand, and sit.
Superior time management.
Ability to help others quickly and efficiently.
Crisis management; great emotional control.
Ability to speak and communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to write reports and correspondence.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Good communication skills with customers and internal Sales/Production/Customer Service staff.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
Ability to solve a variety of problems and deal with situations where limited information or standardization exists.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
The ability to develop innovative and creative packaging solutions with a focus on manufacturability.
Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment.
Working closely with Customer Service Representatives (CSR) and the production team.
Evaluations include behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect, and communication.
Must be a self-starter and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to multitask.
Flexible and a fast learner who can handle multiple projects, solve problems, and embrace challenges.
Creativity is measured by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, costs, proportions, percentages, and volume.
The employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards set in the area of sales and customer service. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the representative.
Each year there will be professional goals developed and agreed to by the representative and supervisor.
The employee will be evaluated regarding behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.
This will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

Nice To Haves

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following: College degree, preferably in graphics or packaging. Would prefer experience in the following fields: corrugated box industry, flexible packaging, rigid containers, adhesives, foam or any type of paper, or industrial sale.

Responsibilities

acquire new, profitable accounts
maintain existing customer relationships through regular contact and excellent service
managing collections
processing required paperwork
maintaining expert knowledge of products, costing variables, and machine limitations

Benefits

Insurance Benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month
Paid holidays from day one, paid vacation after 6 months and 401(k) with match at 3 months
Tuition reimbursement at one year
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, short-term disability and HSA
Paid Childbearing/parental leave at one year
Healthy Lifestyle program with up to $1,200 awarded each year to your HSA
Employee Assistance Programs to help you manage your life at work and at home
Safety and PPE Reimbursements
Cell phone discount with 2 major providers
Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met
full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.