Liberty Diversified International

Title: Senior Account Manager - Northeast US Location: Golden Valley, MN, United States Business Unit: Liberty Plastics Remote Type: Remote Job Description: As a Senior Account Manager - Northeast US with Liberty Plastics, you will be dedicated to growing market share of our Custom’s Division of business with nearly a 40-year-old corrugated plastics product offering and boasting a solid reputation that evolves and grows through our ongoing innovation. You will manage a defined territory of distribution and direct-to-consumer clients while driving new sales and market opportunities. Your primary focus will be a split performance expectation of 70% “hunting” new opportunities and customers, while 30% will be “maintaining” an existing client book of business. Liberty Plastics is a leader in the manufacturing of Wave-Core™ corrugated plastic and products for a variety of industries and customers. This full-time position reports directly to the National Sales Manager at our Liberty Plastics division located in New Hope, Minnesota. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Define and execute strategic sales plans and actions to achieve annual sales and profit metrics for the assigned territory that align with the Custom’s Division of Liberty Plastics for new and existing accounts - Manage a network of distribution partners and direct-to-consumer customers with frequent meetings, follow-ups, strategic pricing and supply programs and frequent product updates. - Drive market growth through distribution development plans and strategies for the Custom’s division of Liberty Plastics - Prepare and deliver bi-weekly performance reports and action plans to maintain and fill the opportunity pipeline and drive sales growth - Serve as a product knowledge resource for customers, independent sales representatives and the internal engineering and marketing teams - Forecast and plan monthly and annual account goals, including, but not limited to, financial and operational performance goals, planned purchasing agreements and market sales potential - Manage and maintain a budget of sales activities and initiatives such as tradeshows, travel expenses and cost of acquisition relevant to sales activities in the defined area - Identify key new placement opportunities in distribution and other key market channels - Define new business objectives that align with Liberty Plastics annual growth objectives that foster a “Hunting” vs. “Maintaining” sales approach - Manage territory pricing programs with existing and new distribution partners and direct-to-consumer products - Identify market and sales opportunities that align with Liberty Plastics’ core product offering and services - Team with product development and engineering to create a “pull-through” strategy for new opportunities leading to a timely close - Provide relevant market updates to management such as trends or anticipated changes that may change current or fiscal budgeting - Other duties, as assigned REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience of 5+ years relevant experience in direct business or consumer sales - A proven “hunter” mentality and a history of identifying new opportunities and driving them to a successful close or conclusion - Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with senior management, sales, plant, and corporate team members - Exceptional judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills - Experience in sales pipeline management and project management - Ability to prioritize tasks based on strategy in an ever-changing - Ability to work independently and organize workload into items such as sales plans, budgets, and relevant accountability methods - Meticulous and organized - Creative thinking and problem-solving skills - Ability to travel up to 60% of the time or more as needs require to visit key customers, prospects, and attend relevant trade shows and events - Requires in-depth knowledge and experience; uses best practices and knowledge to improve products or services - Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions - Frequently requires logical and analytical reasoning skills, seasoned judgment, creativity, and ingenuity - Independent decisions typically have financial, operational, legal, or image impact - Receives minimal guidance; works independently to achieve goals, providing expert recommendations to management - Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS - Relevant experience in the plastics industry or an adjacent market - Continuous improvement mindset and demonstrated skills in facilitating process and cultural changes - Comfortable navigating through ambiguity and managing multiple priorities - Able to think strategically to drive growth and create big picture plans - Works well as a team player, who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical initiatives, and as an individual contributor - Results-oriented to ensure deliverables are submitted in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion - Desire for continuous learning and naturally inquisitive - Ability to work in the details and keep big picture prospective - Knack for systems and ability to design linear processes COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The starting base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000 per year plus eligibility in annual bonus program. ​ The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses or deferred compensation options. At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks - Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions - Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time - Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus - Hearing and speaking - Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping. ABOUT OUR COMPANY Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products. Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Title: Senior Accountant Location: Golden Valley, MN, United States Business Unit: Liberty Packaging Remote Type: Hybrid Remote Description Our Senior Accountant is a key contributor in reviewing and analyzing routine and complex accounting transactions, ensuring adherence to US GAAP, and delivering timely and accurate financial reporting. The Sr Accountant maintains the general ledger, ensures all subsidiary accounts are properly reconciled in alignment with LDI’s accounting policies, and partners closely with plant personnel and the Liberty Packaging Finance team. In addition to identifying and recommending process improvements and resolving issues, this role leads or supports cross-functional projects and serves as a technical expert on accounting matters and systems enhancements. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. This full-time position is based in Golden Valley, MN and reports to the Manager Accounting. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Ensure timely and accurate P&L and Balance Sheet accounting in compliance with US GAAP and internal policies, while monitoring regulatory compliance and supporting annual audit and tax filing processes. - Perform month-end close procedures and prepare general ledger reconciliations. - Prepare and record journal entries. - Support the annual audit process, through coordination with external auditors, preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation, and addressing audit inquiries. - Assist department with creating and updating accounting process documentation. - Ensure accuracy and reliability of data to support business decision-making. - Lead or support cross‑functional projects, including systems upgrades and enhancements. - Serve as technical accounting resource for complex transactions and system‑related matters. - Partner with plant personnel and the Packaging Finance team to resolve issues and improve efficiency. - Promote continuous improvement in project management and accounting processes by identifying, designing, and implementing best-practice solutions from other LDI locations. - Other duties, as assigned. REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience. - 5+ years of experience in general financial accounting and reporting. Applicants with fewer years of experience may be considered if they hold additional qualifications outlined under Preferred Education, Experience and Skills. - Strong knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting principles. - Demonstrated experience in general ledger accounting, financial consolidation, technical accounting research, and audit procedures. - Strong project management capabilities and organizational skills. - Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills. - Ability to learn and navigate effectively in JD Edwards ERP, Encore, and OneStream systems. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS - Financial experience in manufacturing environment. - Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools. - Knowledge of internal controls and audit processes. - Experience supporting system upgrades or enhancements. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The starting base salary range for this position is $88,226 - $110,282 per year. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses. At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks - Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions - Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time - Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus - Hearing and speaking - Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping. ABOUT OUR COMPANY Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products. Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products) and Safco.