Sales Manager

Your Job

Join our team at Georgia-Pacific Cellulose and embark on an exciting opportunity as a relationship-focused and highly analytical Sales Manager in our cellulose division.

As a key member of our global sales team, you will play a vital role in driving revenue growth in volume and margins while developing strategic partnerships with existing and new customers and end users and seeking innovative solutions to our valued customers.

Your exceptional ability to understand the economics of deals, supply chain, and operational costs, as well as your proactive problem-solving skills, will be instrumental in achieving success in this role.

At GP Cellulose, the Sales Manager role goes beyond traditional account management.

You will have the opportunity to maximize your potential and significantly impact our business as an entrepreneurial leader.

This contributor position reports directly to the Director of North American Sales.

Work Environment/Location: This position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and is a hybrid position.

Travel may vary 30-40% of the time domestically.

Our Team
At GP Cellulose, our team comprises dynamic and experienced professionals who are passionate about providing top-quality cellulose products to our diverse clientele within the North American market.

We value leadership, collaboration, and a customer-centric approach in all our endeavors.

Joining our team means becoming part of a global leader in cellulose, where your expertise in sales will help us forge stronger relationships and drive growth as we strive to become our customers' supplier of choice.

If you are a motivated sales professional looking to make an impact and grow your career, GP Cellulose is the place for you!

What You Will Do



* Manage a diverse portfolio of cellulose customers and direct end users.


* Work alongside capabilities to manage full order cycle from production to payment


* Seek opportunities to profitably grow our customer base and end-use markets


* Play a key role in maximizing revenue, exceeding targets and expectations, to create value for Georgia-Pacific Cellulose.


* Develop and nurture preferred supplier partnerships through strategic account planning.


* Utilize a consultative, problem-solving approach to sell our value-added portfolio of products.


* Understand forecast and demand patterns of customer base and effectively manage and communicate changes to operations and the business


* Identify and understand the business needs of assigned prospects, building strong decision-maker relationships to generate new business growth.


* Independently work towards objectives, demonstrating exceptional time management skills to exceed customer expectations.


* Collaboratively lead cross-functional initiatives and new business onboardings, showcasing your strong project management skills.


* Communicate effectively through various channels, including oral, written, and presentation, while activel...