Business Development Manager | Retail Packaging

Posted 10 October 2025
Salary Up to £70k; Career progression, competitive salary, employee wellbeing initiatives, professional development opportunities
LocationUnited Kingdom
Contract type Permanent
Job Type Sales
Reference137130
Business SectorMerchants/Distributors

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your sales career? This is your opportunity to not only meet but exceed your career aspirations while playing a key role in this organisation’s exciting growth journey. As one of the UK’s leading packaging distributors, this company offers a competitive and generous package and an impressive range of benefits designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

 

 

Business Development Manager | Retail Packaging | UK | Up to £70k

 

 

With a strong reputation for reliability and innovation, the business operates as a single-source supplier, providing tailored solutions that streamline procurement and logistics, helping customers operate more efficiently. The company aims to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions, prioritising sustainability and building long-term partnerships with some of the world’s best-known brands.

 

 

You will be responsible for:

  • Sourcing and securing new business opportunities

  • Building and nurturing long-term client relationships through exceptional service and support

  • Managing and developing existing accounts to drive growth in sales, margin, and profitability

  • Working proactively towards achieving individual sales targets and annual performance KPIs

  • Researching and mapping key target sectors, prospects, and decision-makers

  • Negotiating contracts and pricing agreements to maximise profitability and client value

 

 

Key attributes required:

  • Proven experience within the UK packaging industry

  • Experience dealing with retail accounts

  • A consultative sales approach with the ability to understand client needs and provide tailored solutions

  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships

  • Strong customer relationship management and communication skills

  • Highly self-motivated and proactive

 

If you’re seeking an exciting opportunity to progress your career in a company that truly values its people, this is the ideal opportunity for you!