A&D Business Development Specialist

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. 

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

We are currently looking for an Automation and Digital Business Development Specialist for USCA to join our Automation and Digital Americas team.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving business growth, identifying new opportunities, and working closely with account managers to support USCA market.
Your focus will be on promoting Automation and Digital Solutions across all three business areas: Processing, Packaging, and Services.

You will report directly to the Automation and Digital Business Development Manager Americas. This role provides expertise and sales support to account managers through the entire sales process (understand customer needs, create solution, convey the value).

You will be travelling up to 50 % of your time.

The position is based in Denton, TX, but open to Vernon Hills, IL; Winsted, MN or Toronoto, Canada.

Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

What you will do

As an Automation and Digital Business Development Specialist you will:

• Support the development and execution of the Automation & Digital sales strategy for USCA, driving proactive growth initiatives and differentiating our approach across local markets.
• Contribute to the go-to-market strategy for Automation & Digital Solutions, including the localization and deployment of global initiatives.
• Drive business development activities by engaging prospects, understanding customer needs, creating opportunities, and increasing awareness and knowledge sharing within the sales community.
• Support on the entire sales process (understand customer needs, create solution, convey the value).
• Contribute to opportunity qualification, Pre-Project discussions, and commercial strategy development for potential opportunities.
• Participate in sales meeting with Account Managers and different Customers Stakeholders demonstrating value proposition and generating leads and opportunities for Automation and Digital Solutions.
• Act as part of the Automation & Digital network, collaborating closely with local resources and global teams to share best practices and drive business growth.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including sales, customers, decision-makers, technical experts, and cross-functional internal teams.
• Monitor, track, and report on key performance indicators, sales activities, and opportunity pipeline development

We believe you have

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and proven experience in the industrial automation sector for food and beverage. 

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in sales support, experience in portfolio management and business development within Automation and Digital Solutions. 

• Proven understanding of Operational Technology (OT) technologies such as PLCs, SCADAs, programming, and commissioning activities. 

• Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), virtualization, and industrial network. 

• Familiarity in the implementation of Automation and Digital solutions (PLC & HMI / MES / MOM / ERP Integration/ IIoT) is required. 

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience working with digital solutions and technologies across the full lifecycle—from value selling to implementation. 

• Knowledge about Tetra Pak Automation Platform is a plus. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively. 

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams. 

• Innovation and continuous improvement mindset 

Pay Equity

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 
This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work-related allowances.

• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $103,800 - $162,900
• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): CAD 110,800 - 142,300
• Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS.
• Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Paid parental leave and much more! 

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/. 

This job posting expires on November 16, 2026.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.