New Business Development Manager – Packaging Industry
📍 Southern England | 💼 Full-Time | 🕘 Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm
Are you an experienced sales professional in the packaging sector who thrives on winning new business and building long-lasting client relationships? We’re looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to join a fast-growing and innovative packaging manufacturer supplying global, blue-chip brands across cosmetics, homewares, food & beverage, and entertainment markets.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking SME with ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation in sustainable, high-quality retail packaging.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Identify and convert new business opportunities, including new markets, clients, products, and partnerships
* Develop a strong understanding of company offerings and industry competition to support effective positioning
* Build relationships with new clients, understand their packaging needs, and develop tailored proposals
* Manage customer enquiries from brief through to delivery, collaborating with required departments
* Issue accurate and timely documentation, including quotations, order confirmations, purchase orders, and invoices
* Provide exceptional support and service to key brand accounts and high-profile customers
* Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients, identifying opportunities for upselling and cross-selling
* Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to stay current with market trends
* Contribute to sales forecasting and help deliver on growth targets
What You’ll Need
✅ 3–5 years' experience in the packaging industry ideally
✅ Proven success in B2B sales, business development or account management (min. 3 years)
✅ Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills
✅ Proactive, results-driven, and able to work independently and collaboratively
✅ Full UK driving licence (some customer travel required)
What’s in It for You
✨ Competitive salary (DOE) & vehicle
✨ 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
✨ Company workplace pension
✨ Death in Service benefit
✨ Long Service Awards
✨ Annual health assessment
✨ Recruitment referral programme
About the Environment
You'll be joining a team committed to quality, sustainability, and continuous innovation—backed by internationally recognised certifications and an impressive client portfolio. If you're passionate about sales and want to work in a business where your contribution directly impacts growth, this is the role for you.
🚀 Ready to grow with a leading name in packaging?
Apply today or connect directly to discuss the opportunity further