An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established packaging manufacturer with over 70+ years of success. Serving a wide range of industries including industrial, horticultural, ecommerce, retail, fresh produce, and more, this leading packaging company is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to support continued growth and further their career.
Business Development Manager
£50,000 to £65,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Package
Location: Cambridgeshire
What's on Offer
- Hybrid car - plus fuel card.
- 25-50% bonus scheme.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
- Life insurance (4x salary).
- 5% matched pension.
- Optional health care (DOE).
- Laptop & phone provided.
This is a field-based role with some time spent in the office. Due to sustained growth, our client is now looking for a motivated individual who can generate new business opportunities while managing and developing an existing portfolio worth £1,000,000 - £2,000,000. You'll also be targeted to bring in an additional £500,000 - £900,000 in new revenue which is linked to your bonus.
The Role
- Proactively identify and win new business opportunities across targeted markets.
- Manage, develop, and grow an existing customer portfolio.
- Analyse market trends, growth areas, and partnership opportunities.
- Lead negotiations and follow up on commercial activity with UK customers, as well as support expansion into new territories.
- Contribute to sales budget planning, monitor revenue and margins, and help drive business performance.
- Promote the company's image, values, and initiatives within the industry.
Essential
- Packaging sales experience ideally in Corrugated; other areas of the industry will be considered if you have a strong understanding of markets such as retail, horticulture, industrial, ecommerce and produce.
- Strong knowledge of the UK packaging market, ideally within a 50-60-mile radius of Cambridgeshire.
- Proven ability to generate new business and build lasting customer relationships.
- A strong commercial mindset and customer-first approach.
- Technical interest in packaging products and solutions.
- A solid track record within the packaging sector in a sales/business development role.
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