JOB DESCRIPTION

At Billerud we believe that when we have tomorrow in mind, we will do our very best today. It is thanks to our employees that we are a world-leading company within the field of renewable paper and packaging materials. Do you want to realize your true value and work for a sustainable tomorrow? Join us!

ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED SALES MANAGER WITH A GROWTH MINDSET AND A PASSION FOR SUSTAINABILITY? WE’RE LOOKING FOR A RESULTS-DRIVEN PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTING TO OUR SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN THE UK REGION.

At Billerud, we empower our customers to choose sustainable packaging solutions. Our premium Cartonboard is made from 100% primary fibres sourced from slow-growing Nordic forests – renewable, recyclable, and responsibly produced to meet the highest environmental standards. In this role, you will be part of shaping the future of sustainable packaging.

QUALIFICATIONS

To succeed in this position, we believe you have:

• A university degree in engineering, business or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in B2B sales, ideally in a manufacturing related industry.
• Proven track record in value-based selling, with the ability to position and sell solutions based on customer needs and long-term value.
• Excellent negotiation skills and confidence in leading high-level commercial discussions.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

We will consider it a plus if you also have:

• Solid technical understanding of packaging materials or related products.
• Familiarity with our industry landscape and competitor offerings.
• Experience working in a matrix or cross-functional European sales environment.

YOUR ROLE

As Sales Manager UK, you will be a key player in our European Cartonboard Sales team. You’ll be responsible for driving growth and expanding our market share across the UK, working closely with both new and existing customers. Collaboration is at the heart of this role – you’ll work cross-functionally with Brand Owner Management, Customer Service, Product Management, and Sales colleagues across Europe.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver on sales targets and growth objectives for your customer portfolio.
• Develop Joint Business Plans with customers to achieve targeted growth.
• Drive revenue and margin growth by turning our strong Business Offer into sales.
• Establish commercial agreements with customers according to the company’s policy.
• Identify new business opportunities and build a strong sales pipeline.
• Initiate, maintain, and develop existing and new customer relations.
• Identify prospect and build opportunity pipeline to develop new business.
• Plan and execute activities to meet targets for volume, margin, and customer satisfaction.
  You will be part of the Cartonboard Sales Organisation, reporting to the Sales Director Cartonboard. This role is UK-based home office role, with frequent travel across the region.
  At Billerud, we put Safety First. Together we take great pride in our responsibility to contribute to a safe work environment. Please read more about our Safety First initiative here.