Technical Sales Specialist (South)

About the role

In this very versatile, home-based role as Technical Sales Specialist we are looking for a fresh mind to join our high performing team in Cramlington. Supporting the Southern England Region, reporting to the Technical Sales Manager UK & IRL as part of the Sales Team (UK, Ireland), with a dotted reporting line to the UK & Ireland Country Manager.

Key Responsibilities

This is a home-based position requiring extensive travel across the Midlands and South West of the UK.

• Act as interface between Technical and Sales departments as the specialist for pressure sensitive materials.
• Work in close collaboration with customers to understand their requirements and translate these into custom made product solutions.
• Explore new applications and market opportunities.
• Contribute to new product development from conception to market.
• Analyse, troubleshoot and quickly come up with solutions to Customer questions regarding label printing, conversion and applications.

Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years in Sales, Technical Sales, Business Development, Marketing or equivalent experience.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in the packaging industry.
• Must have a clean UK Driving License.

Skills you need to succeed:

• Strong analytical, project management, research and reporting skills.
• Good communicator (verbal and written) and presenter to internal and external parties.

What we offer

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Health & Financial Security: Enjoy Health and Life Insurance, a Cash Health Plan, Pension, and a Bonus. Benefits include a subsidized canteen, access to a discount site, free parking, free electric charging points, and free annual flu vaccinations and visual eye test vouchers.
• Time Off & Flexibility: Benefit from 25 vacation days, plus statutory bank holidays, Parental leave and family-friendly policies, and flexible working arrangements.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in the FMCG, apparel, automotive, and pharma industries. Our Cramlington location, founded in 1969, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Materials Group - EMENA division and employs approximately 230 talented individuals. Key functions at this site include Manufacturing and Operations, Quality, Enterprise Lean Sigma, Maintenance, Research and Development, HR, Finance, Marketing, Customer Service,  EHS and IT, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range for this position is 55,440 - 88,704 GBP / year

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.