Key Account Manager - Beauty & Fragrance Packaging

_Do you have a proven ability to manage large strategic customers and nurture varying sized customers across the beauty and fragrance markets?_George Thomas are working in exclusive partnership with a rigid plastic packaging company that services the global market.

We are actively seeking a Key Account Manager, who will play a vital role in managing large strategic customers. Experience across varying-sized customers would also be advantageous.

Reporting to the Sales Director, you will work closely with diverse teams to elevate customer satisfaction and provide exceptional service.

This position is remote and you must be based in the following states NY, NJ, CT.You will add value to the team by:

• Cultivate strategic accounts by collaborating within a global account team
• Build meaningful connections throughout customer organizations to drive growth
• Identify new product opportunities based on insightful customer feedback
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Supply Chain to understand and address customer needs
• Highlight competitive advantages during negotiations with grace
• Develop and implement compelling value propositions with an insights-driven approach
• Oversee account planning, pipeline management, and CRM systems with diligence

What will make you stand out:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a packaging science field.
• 5+ years of experience in direct sales or key account management, preferably within CPG, cosmetic, beauty packaging or B2B personal care manufacturing.
• Ability to embrace new marketing and sales techniques with enthusiasm
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience thriving in decentralized environments with frequent travel
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with a passion for exceeding sales goals
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Salesforce

The interview process:

1. Teams Interview with the Sales Director - 1 hour
2. Teams Interview with a Sales Colleague - 1 hour
3. Teams Interview with the VP North America - 1 hour

Apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion samuel.thomas@george-thomas.com