Sales Executive Packaging Sector

Are you a passionate Sales Expert with experience in the packaging/industrial sector and looking for a new challenge? Then this job could be perfect for you!

Our customer is growing fast and expanding their sales team in the DACH region (location Zurich or Halle).

With over 20 years of experience and billions of packages sold, our customer is one of the leading suppliers of aseptic carton packaging for liquid foods such as juices, milk, drinking yogurt, and cream cheese. They develop and produce innovative packaging solutions and create distinctive brand identities through custom printing and creative design.

• Headquarters in Switzerland, Germany, Italy, and China
• Employees: 450 worldwide
• Founded: 2003 with a global growth strategy
• Customers: 180+ in over 70 countries

Responsibilities

• Identification and development of new business opportunities and markets
• Development and implementation of sales strategies
• Building and maintaining long-term customer relationships
• Conducting market and competitive analyses to support strategic decision-making
• Close collaboration with marketing, sales, and product development teams
• Preparation of business cases and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to travel within the DACH region to ensure optimal on-site support

Your Profile

• Completed degree in Business, Management, or a comparable qualification
• Professional experience in Sales/ Business Development; proven industry experience in the packaging/industrial sector is a must
• Strong hunter mentality: you enjoy acquiring new customers, building networks, and actively developing business opportunities
• Results-oriented, proactive, and independent working style
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills at all levels
• Entrepreneurial mindset and strong analytical abilities
• High level of initiative, team spirit, and goal orientation
• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken, other languages is a plus

Our Offer

• Flexible Hybrid Position (Office/Remote)
• Company car included
• Flexible location: Zurich or Halle
• Competitive compensation package
• Responsible project role with direct opportunities to shape outcomes
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• A dynamic team with an open company culture