Business Development Manager

Company: Pathfinder – IT Recruitment
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Overview


A leading player in the packaging sector is hiring a Business Development Manager to drive new customer growth and manage a portfolio of key accounts. This is a commercially-focused role ideal for someone used to developing business with high-volume B2B clients across manufacturing, FMCG or retail supply chains.


You’ll join an established sales team and take ownership of a defined territory, focusing on around 70% new business and 30% account management. Backed by strong production capability and experienced internal support, you’ll lead commercial conversations from first contact through to delivery, with the autonomy to shape your patch.



Base pay range


Business Development Manager


Field based (site visit 1 or 2 times a month as required)



Responsibilities



  • Identifying and winning new business opportunities across target sectors

  • Managing and growing existing customer relationships

  • Leading pricing, service and delivery conversations with key buyers

  • Coordinating with internal planning, admin and technical support

  • Delivering against annual revenue targets and activity KPIs



Qualifications



  • Strong business development or field sales experience

  • Background in packaging, manufacturing or industrial B2B environments

  • Ability to manage both new and existing accounts

  • Commercial confidence and ability to influence stakeholders

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

  • Full UK driving licence



Benefits



  • 25% annual bonus

  • £9,000 car allowance or company car

  • Team incentives, social events and ad hoc bonuses



Seniority level



  • Not Applicable



Employment type



  • Full-time



Job function



  • Sales, Customer Service, and Manufacturing



Industries



  • Packaging and Containers Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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Posted: April 5th, 2026