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Location:
Denton, TX, US
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
The services we provide to our customers are pivotal to their operational success. You are the key.
We are now seeking a dynamic and customer-focused Services Key Account Manager, as part of the Tetra Pak Services Sales Team, to manage and develop focused sales areas, and customer relationships from a Tetra Pak Services perspective. In this position, you will be the key point of contact for the customer, not only looking to ensure that their operational issues are resolved in a timely manner but identifying their needs and delivering solutions to drive mutual growth.
You will work with our customers in the Food & Beverage industry and look for opportunities inside and outside our existing customer base to sell our Services Portfolio and grow our Market.
This position is ideally based in our office in Toronto, Canada or Denton, TX. We may also consider other Tetra Pak locations in the US/CAN market.
You will be travelling up to 60% of your time to our customer sites.
Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require International relocation to the United States or Canada.
What you will do
As Services Key Account Manager, you will:
- Participate in translation of global/cluster objectives related to three-year forecasting and planning into Market Area deliverable with focus on the Ice cream area.
- Lead understanding purchasing drivers of Ice Cream customer base in USA-Canada from the Services perspective.
- Lead creation, implementation and follow up of sales and business strategy based on the identified purchasing drivers for a given group of accounts.
- Lead understanding of customer needs through proactive continuous customer diagnosis and analysis.
- Lead opportunity management, cross selling and up selling and fact-based value proposal, negotiate and close deals.
- Lead growth of profitable service contracts.
- Participate in creation, implementation and follow up of sales in plans for Key Accounts in collaboration with KAM.
- Lead creation service business plans in collaboration with portfolio, SAR and SSE.
- Lead services dimension in project lifecycle management to ensure Services Portfolio is presented at early stage and new equipment is effectively handed over to services.
- Participate in follow-up value delivered, customer satisfaction and profitability on service business with customer and internally.
- Participate in resolution of technical issues by being responsible for communication with customers and issue drivers.
- Lead creation of quality plans and participate in implementation and follow-up of targets.
We believe you have
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent skills and experience is required, an Engineering major is highly preferred.
- A blend of at least 3 years of technical business development/sales/account management or other customer facing experience is required, knowledge of Ice Cream area is a plus.
- Ability to dive deeply into technical issues to solve problems in collaboration with our internal quality and technical teams, as well as our customers.
- Self-Driven attitude and the ability to work autonomously.
- Strong hunting mentality with a focus to uncover new business opportunities.
- Consultative and clear communication skills with energy and drive.
- Demonstrated ability to build lasting relationships and close deals.
- Quick learning as well as strong presentation skills.
- Self-drive and the ability to work autonomously.
Pay Equity - US
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 USD - $133,300 USD
- 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!
Pay Equity - Canada
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 in Ontario, Canada.
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.
This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy.
- Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $110,800 CAD – $158,200 CAD
- Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS
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.
This job posting expires on May 24, 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.
CANADA: Tetra Pak is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As an employer, we are committed to providing a barrier‑free recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please notify HR at +521 558014-1899, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Denton
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
Title: Services Key Account Manager
Location:
Denton, TX, US
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
The services we provide to our customers are pivotal to their operational success. You are the key.
We are now seeking a dynamic and customer-focused Services Key Account Manager, as part of the Tetra Pak Services Sales Team, to manage and develop focused sales areas, and customer relationships from a Tetra Pak Services perspective. In this position, you will be the key point of contact for the customer, not only looking to ensure that their operational issues are resolved in a timely manner but identifying their needs and delivering solutions to drive mutual growth.
You will work with our customers in the Food & Beverage industry and look for opportunities inside and outside our existing customer base to sell our Services Portfolio and grow our Market.
This position is ideally based in our office in Toronto, Canada or Denton, TX. We may also consider other Tetra Pak locations in the US/CAN market.
You will be travelling up to 60% of your time to our customer sites.
Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require International relocation to the United States or Canada.
What you will do
As Services Key Account Manager, you will:
- Participate in translation of global/cluster objectives related to three-year forecasting and planning into Market Area deliverable with focus on the Ice cream area.
- Lead understanding purchasing drivers of Ice Cream customer base in USA-Canada from the Services perspective.
- Lead creation, implementation and follow up of sales and business strategy based on the identified purchasing drivers for a given group of accounts.
- Lead understanding of customer needs through proactive continuous customer diagnosis and analysis.
- Lead opportunity management, cross selling and up selling and fact-based value proposal, negotiate and close deals.
- Lead growth of profitable service contracts.
- Participate in creation, implementation and follow up of sales in plans for Key Accounts in collaboration with KAM.
- Lead creation service business plans in collaboration with portfolio, SAR and SSE.
- Lead services dimension in project lifecycle management to ensure Services Portfolio is presented at early stage and new equipment is effectively handed over to services.
- Participate in follow-up value delivered, customer satisfaction and profitability on service business with customer and internally.
- Participate in resolution of technical issues by being responsible for communication with customers and issue drivers.
- Lead creation of quality plans and participate in implementation and follow-up of targets.
We believe you have
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent skills and experience is required, an Engineering major is highly preferred.
- A blend of at least 3 years of technical business development/sales/account management or other customer facing experience is required, knowledge of Ice Cream area is a plus.
- Ability to dive deeply into technical issues to solve problems in collaboration with our internal quality and technical teams, as well as our customers.
- Self-Driven attitude and the ability to work autonomously.
- Strong hunting mentality with a focus to uncover new business opportunities.
- Consultative and clear communication skills with energy and drive.
- Demonstrated ability to build lasting relationships and close deals.
- Quick learning as well as strong presentation skills.
- Self-drive and the ability to work autonomously.
Pay Equity - US
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 USD - $133,300 USD
- 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!
Pay Equity - Canada
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 in Ontario, Canada.
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.
This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy.
- Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $110,800 CAD – $158,200 CAD
- Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS
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.
This job posting expires on May 24, 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.
CANADA: Tetra Pak is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As an employer, we are committed to providing a barrier‑free recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please notify HR at +521 558014-1899, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Denton
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Key Account Manager
Target companies with established sponsorship track records
Focus your search on mid-size and enterprise companies that regularly hire international talent. Firms in SaaS, healthcare technology, and enterprise software tend to have HR infrastructure built for visa sponsorship and are more likely to support H-1B visa transitions after OPT.
Frame your account management experience in measurable terms
Hiring managers and visa sponsors want concrete evidence of impact. Quantify retention rates, revenue growth, or upsell performance you drove. Specific numbers make your petition stronger when employers assess whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Let recruiters know your OPT end date and whether you qualify for STEM extension early in the process. This saves both sides time and signals professionalism. Employers who sponsor visas appreciate candidates who understand their own authorization status clearly.
Emphasize the specialty occupation connection in your application
Key Account Manager roles must tie to a specific degree field to qualify under OPT and future H-1B petitions. Highlight how your business, marketing, or communications degree directly informs your approach to client strategy, forecasting, and stakeholder management.
Build relationships within your employer's sales and revenue operations teams
Sponsorship decisions often involve sales leadership, not just HR. Demonstrating value to your account portfolio and building internal advocates increases the likelihood your employer commits to H-1B sponsorship when your OPT window approaches its end.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly Key Account Manager roles
Not every job posting specifies sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate surfaces Key Account Manager roles from employers with active sponsorship histories, letting you focus your energy on opportunities where your work authorization status is already a fit.
Key Account Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Key Account Manager role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Key Account Manager positions typically qualify for OPT as long as the role relates directly to your degree field. A business, marketing, communications, or related degree supports authorization. The job must constitute practical training connected to your major area of study, so the degree-to-role link matters when your DSO evaluates the position.
Can I qualify for a STEM OPT extension as a Key Account Manager?
It depends on your degree, not your job title. If you earned a STEM-designated degree in a field like data analytics, information systems, or a qualifying business analytics program, and your Key Account Manager role involves substantive analytical or technical work, you may qualify. Review your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before assuming you qualify.
Will employers sponsor H-1B visas for Key Account Manager roles?
Many do, particularly at larger companies where the role requires a specific degree and involves complex, judgment-intensive work. The H-1B requires the position to meet specialty occupation standards, which Key Account Manager roles can satisfy when tied to a relevant field. Roles with clear analytical, strategic, or industry-specific degree requirements are the strongest candidates for sponsorship.
Where can I find Key Account Manager jobs open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers. You can browse Key Account Manager roles from employers with documented sponsorship histories, saving time you'd otherwise spend filtering out positions that won't work for your authorization status. It focuses on employers already open to international candidates.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my employer files an H-1B petition?
If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed EAD extension request on record, you may be covered under cap-gap protection, which bridges your status between OPT expiration and October 1 when the H-1B takes effect. Consult your DSO immediately if your timeline is tight, as the specific dates determine whether cap-gap applies.