Business Development Manager | Cartons

Posted 28 August 2026
Salary Up to £65k; Innovative company, career progression pathways, recognised brands across global markets
LocationUnited Kingdom
Contract type Permanent
Reference7924

Job description

Ready to turn great conversations into standout packaging opportunities?


Business Development Manager | Cartons | UK | Up to £65k


Become part of an established premium carton packaging manufacturer combining creative design, technical expertise and advanced production capabilities to deliver innovative packaging for leading UK and international brands. Working across luxury, beauty, food & drink, pharmaceutical and other premium markets, this is an exciting opportunity to represent a business with impressive in-house capabilities and the backing of a major international packaging group.


You will be responsible for:

  • Developing new business opportunities across the folding carton and printed packaging market

  • Identifying and targeting prospective customers across key sectors including food, beverage, beauty, pharmaceutical and consumer goods

  • Understanding customer packaging requirements and recommending suitable carton formats, materials and print solutions

  • Managing pricing and negotiating commercial terms to secure profitable new business

  • Attending customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events to generate leads and increase market presence


Key attributes required:

  • Proven business development experience within folding cartons, printed packaging or a closely related sector

  • Strong track record of winning profitable new business and developing long-term customer relationships

  • Good technical understanding of carton packaging, print processes, materials and manufacturing capabilities

  • Confident relationship builder with the ability to engage procurement teams, brand owners and senior decision-makers

  • Proactive and self-motivated with a strong new-business mentality


Bring your industry knowledge, relationships and commercial drive to a business where creativity meets advanced manufacturing capability. Apply today and play a key role in driving the next phase of growth.