USA Business Development Assistant (H/F) New York

Inspiration, Design, and Eco-Friendly Solutions

PacknWood is the American and British brand of the family-owned French company First Pack, which has been a leading manufacturer of innovative food service products for over 35 years. From our office in Midtown Manhattan, we link to an international supply network stretching from Asia, Africa, Europe and North America to design fashionable, functional, and environmentally sustainable tableware that adds a special touch to your culinary presentation, something we believe your customers will notice and appreciate.

PRODUCTS

All PacknWood products follow the innovative First Pack theme of the ecolomique, a blend of the French words for ecology and economy that First Pack coined in 1990. The idea is simple: we create value using natural, organic and recyclable materials. Our smooth and elegant finished products make the food you serve more enticing, all while preserving the environment.

INNOVATION

We are always looking to innovate, and this year’s catalog has many interesting new items, including a sugar cane cocktail plate, a mini muffin pan that goes right in the oven, and the bamboo pick holders pictured on the front cover. These are just some of the fun and trend-setting products that we can help you serve to your customers.

OUR MISSION

At PacknWood, we aim to sell the best products, maintain a commitment to the environment, and offer amazing customer service

We are looking for a Business Development Assistant to develop sales nationally and export.

USA Business Development Assistant (H/F)

The perfect candidate should be able to adapt quickly, take on many responsibilities and be prepared for a real evolving challenge. Learning is the key.

Responsibilities

Prepare quotes, offers and presentations for clients.
Organize & Participate in trade shows within the US
Follow up with hundreds of leads from trade shows
Inform and boost sales network on the new products
Drive our broker’s network
Showroom visits & outside calls might be required
Create marketing campaign geared towards distributors
Competition analysis
Help in the creation of marketing / sales campaign
Weekly reporting of progress and tasks

Requirements

Business school student or equivalent - Master’s degree

Fluent spoken and written English
Must be sales oriented
Must be motivated, enthusiastic with good communication skills
Must be autonomous and organized
Business initiatives appreciated

Conditions
- Position based in Midtown, New York City
- Business trip as it arises within the US following the trade show schedule (at company’s expense)
- 6 months internship minimum (12 max.)
- Visa and Living expenses at the trainee’s charge
- $1500/month for the first 6 months.
- $2000/month after 6 months.
- Candidate needed as soon as possible