At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of sustainable sales growth in the automotive packaging sector.
- Company: Join DS Smith, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, private healthcare, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Remote role with travel opportunities across the UK.
- Why this job: Be a key player in driving positive change in the packaging industry.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in complex environments.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a driven and inspirational Business Development Manager to join our UK Specialty Cluster team. Our team works collaboratively with regional sales, design, and commercial functions on a day-to-day basis to deliver sustainable packaging solutions that exceed expectations. Our business is fuelled by curious minds from diverse backgrounds, and this is an incredible time to join us at DS Smith as a key driving force behind our Automotive segment strategy.
This role will focus on leading the development, conversion, and delivery of targeted, profitable, and sustainable sales growth across the UK packaging industry. Experience is highly valued but not essential.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate, influence, and collaborate effectively within multi-level, complex matrix organizations and central functional teams.
- Strong financial skills encompassing budget ownership, sales forecasting, target delivery, and the capability to navigate conflict or challenging negotiations.
- Confident presenter with excellent written and verbal English communication skills, capable of delivering dynamic, high-impact materials to senior executives.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Car allowance
- Private healthcare
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
Location: This is a remote role with regular travel required for client pitches, site visits, and internal stakeholder meetings across the UK.
We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time.
Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us!
To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
Business Development Manager Automotive employer: DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED
At DS Smith, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the automotive sector. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive benefits, including a competitive salary, private healthcare, and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in our mission to redefine sustainable packaging solutions while enjoying the flexibility of a remote role with opportunities for travel across the UK.
Contact Details:
DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED Recruitment Team
