Sales Manager

Job Title: Sales Manager


Job Location:
Vernon Hills, Illinois United States

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good - protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.


And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of - for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

The Sales Manager is an individual contributor responsible for delivering profitable growth, strengthening customer relationships, and driving commercial excellence across the Chilled Carton portfolio. This role grows existing accounts and develops new business across the U.S. and Canada while working cross-functionally to deliver solutions. A commercially driven sales leader responsible for driving growth, managing key accounts, and delivering customer-centric solutions through strong execution and collaboration.


Location: Vernon Hills, IL; Denton, TX; or remote
Travel: 25-50% (U.S. & Canada)


What you will do

Drive Sales & Growth: Deliver revenue and margin targets by expanding existing accounts and developing new opportunities.


Manage Customer Relationships: Build strong relationships and develop account plans aligned to customer strategy and needs.

Execute Commercial Performance: Improve profitability through pricing, portfolio management, and disciplined execution.


Develop Pipeline & Forecasting: Maintain an active pipeline, advance opportunities, and provide accurate forecasts.


Deliver Integrated Solutions: Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and deliver customer-focused solutions.


Ensure Compliance & Governance: Adhere to commercial policies, contract standards, and documentation requirements.


We believe you have

5-7 years experience in Sales / Account Management.

Total 5-7 yrs of experience in corporate environment.

Demonstrated technical mindset with the ability to understand packaging systems and processes.

Prior experience in packaging sales, marketing or product management.

Direct, hands-on experience working with food and beverage processors.

Ability to apply technical knowledge to support commercial objectives and customer needs.

Proven capability to operate effectively at the intersection of sales, marketing, and technical functions.

Pay Equity

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.

Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.


This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include overtime, annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work-related allowances.
• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $103,800 - $148,200.
• Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS.
• Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, company credit card, and much more!
• Variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
• Culture that pioneer's spirit of innovation where our engineering genius drives visible result.
• Equal opportunity employment experience that values difference and diversity.
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what's good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at


This job posting expires on July 1, 2026 .

If you have any questions about your application, please contact Kaylyn Donelli .

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.