Associate Sales Manager

Role Description:

The Associate Sales Manager will work directly with the Executive Sales Team, and report to the Key Accounts Director. This position will own all account responsibilities on assigned accounts while identifying and bringing on new business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic member of the commercial team fulfilling demands of the business and driving processes to move the business forward.
• Complete budget, strategic planning, forecasting, and competitive reporting for assigned accounts.
• Identify prospects, follow up on leads and close NEW business.
• Effectively manage existing accounts, and onboard new ones, meeting the needs of both customer and Ardagh
• Present business proposals and negotiate multi-year agreements.
• Work directly with customers and Ardagh teams to resolve issues
• Communicate opportunities, developments, and information gathered from the market.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in business or similar discipline
• 2+ years of sales experience
• Industry experience desired, manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of a company
• Knowledge of strategic planning; relationship development; profitability metrics & pricing strategies
• Effective time management, ability to proactively take initiative and strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with both internal and external partners
• Additional key attributes should include: proactive, flexible, adaptable, dedicated & focused

#IND1

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $85,400.00 and $128,200.00 per year. This role is bonus eligible. The bonus i ncentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Benefits Offered :

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.