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How much do paper industry sales jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for paper industry sales in the United States is $81,617.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $96,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a paper industry sales?

A Paper Industry Sales job involves selling paper products, packaging materials, or related services to businesses and industries. Responsibilities include identifying potential clients, building relationships, negotiating contracts, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Sales professionals in this field must understand product specifications, market trends, and customer needs to provide tailored solutions. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a paper industry sales professional do?

A typical day in Paper Industry Sales often includes reaching out to new prospects, meeting with existing clients to discuss their supply needs, and preparing quotes or proposals. You may spend time visiting manufacturing sites or warehouses, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products. The role also requires regular use of customer relationship management (CRM) systems to track sales activity and maintain client records. Teamwork is essential, as you'll often coordinate with marketing, production, and customer service departments to provide comprehensive solutions and address any client issues. This dynamic work environment offers a blend of independent work and collaborative problem-solving, keeping each day engaging and goal-oriented.

What skills and qualifications are needed for paper industry sales?

To thrive in Paper Industry Sales, you need strong sales acumen, knowledge of the paper or packaging industry, and a proven track record in B2B sales, often supported by a relevant degree or industry certifications. Familiarity with CRM software, ERP systems, and quoting or order management tools is commonly required. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills are crucial for developing long-term client partnerships and overcoming objections. These skills enable you to effectively identify client needs, close deals, and drive business growth in a competitive market.

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Infographic showing various Paper Industry Sales job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,617 per year, or $39.2 per hour.

Tissue Technology Manager

Valmet

Biddeford, ME • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago


Valmet rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

73rd of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Are you an experienced Pulp & Paper Industry professional looking for a career change?

Deciding on your next career move is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development, shaping the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer! Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership, and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise as a Tissue Technology Manager in our North America team.

The Technology Manager role at Valmet combines technical expertise with a focus on sales and business development within the exciting tissue industry. Responsible for supporting our customers' manufacturing requirements by presenting Valmet technology as the solution.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible to co-ordinate efforts including proposal development including scope definition, specification, performance guarantees and costing and pricing. This person works side by side with the sales team members to establish close customer relationships to help surpass their expectations and move their performance forward.

You will develop and follow project start-up, interacting with the customer and internal resources to ensure goals and guarantees are met. Coordinate all functions related to the profitable sales and technical success and changing application norms as appropriate for future projects. This position's requirements include applications of solutions to our customer's machinery, sales presentations, assisting in the technical specification generation and negotiations.

Technical understanding of paper making equipment is required.

The successful applicant must be interested in learning the technical sales part of the business, all the way from applications work through warranty. He or She will also provide clear and accurate communications between our customers and Valmet internal departments. This will also provide the ability for this person to be given authority and responsibility for product budgeting and results according to that budget.

Expectations

This opportunity could be right for you if you have a bachelor's degree in Paper Science with advanced knowledge in Tissue processes, Engineering, or a related degree with a minimum of three to five related experience in the paper industry. An Associates or Technical degree with hands on Pulp & Paper experience and a passion to serve our customers could also be considered.

Intermediate to advanced computer literacy with Microsoft Office, general enterprise resource planning systems and customer relationship management tools are required. Requires an excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken as the incumbent will be supporting customers based in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Available to travel frequently within North America and Globally. Effective communication and presentation skills are an important part of this position.

We Offer

We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company-funded registered pension plan and a 401k match-up.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen. Must be authorized to work in the US including eligibility to travel throughout North America and Europe.

Additional Information

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people. To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.

Where everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service knowledge - and teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers

Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission


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