Commercial Project Specialist

Huhtamaki Group is seeking a Commercial Project Specialist for a 12-18 month sales/marketing rotation program in De Soto, KS. The role involves training across various commercial functions, mentorship from experienced professionals, and direct customer interaction. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing, strong communication skills, and a willingness to travel and relocate within the US for opportunities. The position is office-based with full-time hours.
Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Job Summary

Our Commercial Career Program is a sales/marketing rotation program designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of our sales processes, products, and customer engagement strategies. This program offers a unique opportunity to rotate through various customer service and sales functions, receive mentorship from experienced sales or product management professionals, and develop the skills needed to excel in a career at Huhtamaki.

Program Structure:
• Duration: 12-18 months training
• Rotations: 2-3 rotations across different commercial functions (e.g., Customer Service, Sales, Sales Operations, Product Management)
• Training: Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development
• Mentorship: Pairing with senior sales/product mgmt.. leaders and mentors
• Evaluation: Regular performance reviews and feedback sessions

Essential Functions
• Acclimate to Huhtamaki, products, and processes.
• Directly interact with customers in various ways
• Partner with cross-functional business leaders to assist on strategic projects
• Identify areas to improve and streamline processes
• All other duties assigned by management

Job Qualifications

Required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Strong interest in a career in sales or marketing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred
• Willingness to relocate within US for sales opportunities
• Willingness to travel for business

Environment
• Office environment
• Work hours are usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but could require after hours and weekend work to complete projects on time
• Travel as needed; up to 10%

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet .