Associate Linerless Representative

Overview

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are front runners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage.

Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! Learn more about us as a workplace

UPM Adhesive Materials is looking for an Associate Linerless Representative in Mills River, North Carolina.

The Associate Linerless Representative plays a critical role in accelerating growth of UPM Adhesive Materials’ linerless label solutions by generating demand, qualifying opportunities, and converting prospects into customers through phone, video, and digital engagement. This role is ideal for a motivated sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys outbound prospecting, and wants to grow their career within sales or product leadership.

Greetings from your future manager “We’re building momentum in linerless label solutions and looking for sales professionals who thrive on opening doors, winning new business, and have a passion to succeed. If you’re excited about innovation and driven by career growth, UPM offers the platform and backing to make a real impact”.

- Ryne Reuvers, Senior Sales Manager, Linerless, Americas.

• Prospect new accounts through outbound calls, emails, and digital outreach
• Qualify inbound and outbound leads into sales opportunities
• Target distributors, brand owners, and end users across key markets
• Manage a pipeline of small-to-mid-size linerless opportunities
• Advance qualified deals with Linerless Sales Managers when needed
• Communicate the value of linerless solutions and conduct virtual presentations
• Support customer trials, samples, pricing, and relationship growth
• Maintain CRM accuracy, meet KPIs, and collaborate across teams

• You have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• You have 2+ years of inside sales, B2B sales, or customer-facing experience
• You have strong phone, video, and written communication skills
• You have excellent organization and time management abilities
• You have a hunter mindset and a strong work ethic
• You have a results-driven, competitive approach
• You have curiosity and a willingness to learn technical products
• You have a coachable, resilient attitude

• A meaningful job:
  We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community:
  Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities:
  We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer:
  Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.
• Comprehensive benefit package – UPM’s benefit package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and a 401(k)-retirement plan.

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This position is located in Mills River, North Carolina.

Workplace type: hybrid

To apply , please submit your CV by February 20, 2026
. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the Final date to receive applications.

For further information about the role, please contact Ryne Reuvers at email

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