Remote Key Account Executive

Gadge USA was established in 1993. Our company is a national packaging supply and supply-chain solutions company with a national distribution network. We manage packaging portfolios across multiple categories, combined with a scalable service model, which delivers packaging solutions and continuous improvement to our customers.

We are currently recruiting a Key Account Executive based in Ohio, reporting to our Vice President of Sales & Marketing . In this role, you will be responsible for developing and driving revenue and profitable growth by strategically selling the Company’s comprehensive portfolio of packaging products and supply chain services to new and existing customers. This position works collaboratively with internal teams including Sales Operations, Customer Experience, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver best-in-class options For All Things Packaging® to our customers.

What You Will Do:

Consultative Selling and Lead Generation
Identify and sell consultatively to prospects, targets and/or existing accounts regarding the variety of packaging solutions Gadge offers, including our value-proposition and service model
Develop and formalize strategies to expand business with existing and new accounts
Develop annual business plan with key strategies to meet or exceed individual sales quotas
Maximize opportunities resulting in a shift of market share from local or national competitors to Gadge through our differentiation of services and product offerings
Continually attain and present packaging products knowledge to customers
Manage a robust pipeline of qualified leads and opportunities through various channels and grow customer base proactively with potential new leads, customer referrals, and outreaches
Track, and maintain sales pipeline, leads, and new opportunities in Salesforce, and provide ongoing reporting of progress win/loss, and strategize to improve close rates
Successfully lead packaging audits as required to identify process and productivity improvements that will lead to cost saving initiatives and a value-based sales proposition for the customer
Craft and deliver detailed customer presentations and Request for Quotes (RFQs)
Achieve short-term and long-term sales targets and goals as established collaboratively with management

Relationship Management
Develop and nurture relationships with existing customers, provide exceptional service, and identify potential new opportunities to expand existing accounts
Serve as primary point of contact to service customers’ overall requirements; partner with Customer Experience to establish SLAs, customer requirements, etc.

Project Management
Provide internal teams with updates and reports based on customer needs, challenges, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services
Collaborate and share information with all appropriate groups throughout the organization to yield successful outcomes, including ensuring new product development progresses and reducing aged inventories
Submit and adhere to company requirements for customer documentations and other reporting requirements (e.g., Expense accounts, Salesforce, Aged Inventory, Accounts Receivable, etc.)
Must-Haves:
Bachelor’s degree required
7 – 10 years of Business-to-Business (B2B) Sales, preferably in packaging industry
In-depth knowledge of various types of corrugated boxes, paperboard boxes, flexible packaging, and packaging equipment
General knowledge of manufacturing, warehousing, trucking and logistics, supply chain fundamentals
Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales quotas and to expand customer base
Strong understanding of market dynamics and requirements, or the ability to quickly develop market and industry knowledge
Demonstrated success expanding network of customer relationships and existing customer businesses
Data analytics skill set and financial business acumen to build insight-driven strategies that support informed decision-making and business growth
Experience using Salesforce CRM and for reporting analytics
Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Nice-to-Haves:
Prior experience working in Account Management and Sales
Experience working with cross-functional teams including projects
Project management and organizational skills

We Like People Who:
Are passionate about “raising the bar” to produce high-quality work and deliverables
Have a growth mindset, with a desire for continuous improvement and development
Thrive in a collaborative team environment, and open to hear suggestions and feedback
Have empathy and seek to understand others’ perspectives to build strong relationships
What We Offer:
A competitive salary, including annual cash performance bonus and commission
Your health is important! We offer excellent healthcare (medical, dental, vision) benefits with national providers, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, and mental health support programs such as Talkspace and Sondermind
We provide paid time off including company paid holidays
We care about your future and offer 401(k) retirement savings plan

Additional Information:
Come “en-Gadge” with us and join our innovative, collaborative, and inclusive teams on our journey to Be the best-in-class choice For All Things Packaging®, while fulfilling our Mission: Always Packed with Commitment® to provide a great customer experience, deliver high-quality, custom packaging products and value-added supply chain solutions through a culture of teamwork, strong relationships, and a commitment to excellence. Learn more about us here .
This role must be based in Ohio (preferably Columbus, Cleveland, or Cincinnati) and will require domestic travel to meet customers and to the New York office located in Lake Success, NY 11042.
The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $140,000 commensurate with the candidates experience. This role is eligible for additional sales incentives.
Gadge USA, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.