At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business in packaging solutions and build lasting customer relationships.
- Company: Respected supplier of industrial sacks and bulk packaging across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, uncapped commission, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Field-based role with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact in diverse industries.
- Qualifications: Proven sales experience in industrial packaging and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: UK (Field-Based)
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 (Negotiable) + Company Car + Uncapped Commission
The Opportunity
Our client is a long-established and highly respected supplier of industrial sacks, bulk bags and packaging solutions, serving customers throughout the UK across sectors including agriculture, food manufacturing, recycling, waste management, construction, chemicals and general industry. As part of their continued growth strategy, they are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to identify and develop new business opportunities, whilst building long-term partnerships with customers requiring reliable, cost-effective packaging solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional with experience in industrial packaging, sacks, bags, flexible packaging or related consumable products.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities across the UK, promoting a comprehensive range of packaging products including:
- Woven polypropylene sacks
- Paper sacks
- FIBC bulk bags (Big Bags)
- Printed sacks and bespoke packaging
- Sandbags
- Recycling bags and containers
- Agricultural packaging products
- Industrial packaging consumables
You will engage directly with manufacturers, processors, recyclers, merchants and distributors, helping customers identify the most suitable packaging solutions for their operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate new business opportunities across manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, recycling, construction and industrial markets.
- Develop relationships with procurement managers, operations managers, production managers and business owners.
- Manage the complete sales process from lead generation through to quotation, negotiation and account development.
- Identify opportunities for bespoke and printed packaging solutions.
- Conduct customer visits and product presentations throughout the UK.
- Deliver profitable sales growth against agreed targets.
- Develop existing accounts and maximise cross-selling opportunities.
- Maintain an active sales pipeline and accurate CRM records.
- Monitor competitor activity, market trends and emerging opportunities.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure exceptional customer service and project delivery.
Candidate Profile
- Proven track record in Business Development, Area Sales or Technical Sales.
- Experience selling industrial products, packaging or consumable solutions.
- Strong new business development skills.
- Ability to build relationships with decision-makers at all levels.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and capable of managing a national territory.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Particularly Interested in Candidates From:
- Industrial sacks and bags
- Flexible packaging
- FIBC / Bulk Bags
- Paper sacks
- Agricultural supplies
- Recycling and waste management products
- Protective packaging
- Industrial consumables
- Packaging distribution
- Print and packaging solutions
Business Development Manager in Manchester employer: Key Selection Recruitment Limited
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Contact Details:
Key Selection Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
