Associate Sales Rep

Launch Your Sales Career with an Industry Leader in Packaging Innovation
For over 50 years, Wynalda Packaging has been delivering innovative packaging solutions to customers across a wide range of industries. Founded in 1970, Wynalda evolved from a commercial printing company into a highly specialized folding carton manufacturer serving the entertainment, pharmaceutical, food, beverage, technology, gaming, and consumer products industries.

Today, we are known for our customer-focused approach, exceptional quality standards, and ability to provide unique packaging solutions that help brands stand out in competitive markets.

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Associate Sales Representative to join our team in Belmont, Michigan. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or an early-career professional looking to build a successful career in B2B sales, account management, and business development.

Position Overview
The Associate Sales Representative is an entry-level sales role designed to develop future sales talent within Wynalda Packaging. Working closely with our Director of Sales, you will receive hands-on training and mentorship while learning the packaging industry, our products, customers, and sales process.

Initially, you will support and manage established customer accounts, assist with customer projects, and participate in customer meetings and sales activities. As your knowledge and experience grow, you will gradually take on increased sales responsibilities and develop the skills needed to advance into a Territory Sales Representative role.

This position is based out of our Belmont, Michigan headquarters and requires candidates to reside in the Greater Grand Rapids area.

What You’ll Learn

• Consultative B2B sales strategies
• Account management and customer relationship development
• Packaging and printing manufacturing processes
• Project management and customer lifecycle management
• Prospecting and business development techniques
• Territory management fundamentals
• CRM systems and sales pipeline management
• Proposal development and customer presentations

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with and shadow the Director of Sales to learn the business, sales process, and customer base.
• Assist in managing and supporting existing customer accounts.
• Build strong relationships with customers by providing responsive communication and excellent service.
• Participate in customer meetings, plant tours, presentations, and business reviews.
• Coordinate customer projects with internal design, production, and customer service teams.
• Help track opportunities, customer interactions, and account activity within the company’s CRM platform.
• Support proposal preparation, pricing requests, and project follow-up activities.
• Learn to identify growth opportunities within existing customer accounts.
• Develop foundational prospecting and business development skills.
• Represent Wynalda Packaging professionally and positively in all customer interactions.

Qualifications
Required

• Associate’s degree, but equivalent experience will be considered.
• Strong interest in sales, business development, account management, or customer-facing business roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and accept coaching.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and technology platforms.
• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.
• Must reside in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area.

Preferred

• Internship, part-time, or professional experience in sales, customer service, business development, marketing, account management, or related fields.
• Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to manufacturing, packaging, printing, logistics, or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated leadership through work, athletics, student organizations, or volunteer activities.

What Makes You Successful

• Eager to learn and grow professionally.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Curious and motivated to understand customer needs.
• Relationship-oriented with strong people skills.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Coachable and receptive to feedback and development.

Career Growth Opportunity
This role is designed as a career development pathway into a Territory Sales Representative position. Through mentorship, hands-on training, and increasing customer responsibilities, successful candidates will gain the experience and industry knowledge necessary to progress into a territory-based sales role focused on business development and revenue growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary.
• Performance-based bonus and growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Business expense reimbursement.
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• Extensive onboarding and one-on-one training with the Director of Sales.
• Opportunity to join a stable, growing organization with over 50 years of success in the packaging industry.
• Clear career path into a Territory Sales Representative position.

Build Your Future with Wynalda Packaging
If you’re a driven recent graduate or early-career professional looking to learn from experienced sales leaders, develop valuable business skills, and build a long-term career in sales, we’d love to hear from you. Join Wynalda Packaging and begin your journey toward becoming a successful Territory Sales Representative.