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GOpak · 1 day ago

Business Development Representative

GOpak is a family-owned leader in the flexible packaging industry, seeking a Business Development Representative to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on filling the sales funnel and driving new business opportunities primarily within Small to Medium Businesses and Consumer Packaged Goods companies, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to manage a robust pipeline of prospective business.

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Ownership of a defined Midwest focused region to attain sales goals within that specific area, with national support, as needed
Delivers a minimum sales growth target by securing new business beyond the existing customer base. Tracks activity and pipeline metrics to achieve and exceed monthly targets
Understands GOpak value propositions, products and services to effectively communicate with prospects and current customers, which will result in closing new business
Actively identifies and records all potential sales opportunities for GOpak to build a robust pipeline of prospective business. These opportunities are systematically tracked and managed within GOpak’s Salesforce CRM database
Builds relationships with key decision makers through direct communication outlets such as telephone, e-mail and various virtual meeting platforms
Overcomes prospective customer objections and/or obstacles with a solution-based approach
Develops and delivers presentations and solution ideas to customers
Proven ability to move the sales process forward quickly through active listening and needs identification questioning
Ensures smooth customer onboarding and nurtures strong relationships to support retention and growth
Stays informed about competitor offerings and market trends
Develops and fosters internal relationships by working cross-functionally within the organization to increase awareness of GOpak’s products and/or services in the marketplace
Works closely with Marketing and Inside Sales on campaigns and strategy to generate customer prospects
Proficient with technology and management of remote meetings, Microsoft platforms, CRM, LinkedIn, Salesforce, and other internal systems
Maintains individual annual expense account, reconciliation and reporting
Represents GOpak at industry events and trade shows to gain new business leads and contacts
Represents the company positively and maintains proper, business-based relationships with customers and prospective customers
Ensures confidential and proprietary data and information remain secure when interacting with outside parties

Qualification

Sales experienceCRM proficiencyProduct knowledgePipeline managementCommunication skillsResilienceMicrosoft SuiteConstructive criticismRelationship buildingSelf-motivated

Required

An Associates or Bachelor's Degree in sales, marketing business, or related field with 3-5 years of experience in the printing and packaging field, and/or a combination of previous sales experience and education required
Product & Industry Knowledge – Understands printing/packaging solutions and can communicate technical and business value
Excellent communication skills, confidence on the phone, strong written/email presence, and effective interpersonal skills
Resilient, energetic, and goal-oriented with a passion for building relationships
Must be able to conduct professional prospect meetings both in person and virtually
Pipeline Management – Proficient in using CRM systems to track leads, opportunities, and activities
Receptive to constructive criticism
Self-motivated and can learn independently
Ability to sell and position multiple product offerings
Valid driver's license and excellent driving record
Proficient with Microsoft Suite programs and CRM tools and must possess the ability and willingness to learn new systems and technology

Preferred

Advanced degree in Business, Finance or another related field
Experience in digital printing

Company

GOpak

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Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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AJ Buran
Co-Founder
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