Strategic Business Development Manager | Flexible Packaging

Posted 26 August 2026
Salary Up to £80k; Work with high-profile brands, strong commitment to sustainability, ongoing development
LocationUnited Kingdom
Contract type Permanent
Job Type Sales
Reference7917
Business SectorFlexible Packaging

Job description

Are you a natural relationship-builder who thrives on turning technical expertise into sales success?

Strategic Business Development Manager | Flexible Packaging | UK | Up to £80k

Step into a role with a well-established manufacturer in the flexible packaging sector, known for supplying recognised brands within specialty packaged goods, food and consumer markets worldwide. With decades of innovation behind them and a strong focus on sustainability and continuous improvement, they're now looking for a strategic salesperson to help drive growth across their customer base.


You will be responsible for:

  • Developing and growing relationships with existing and prospective customers

  • Identifying new business opportunities and converting technical requirements into tailored packaging solutions

  • Working closely with internal teams to ensure customer specifications are met

  • Presenting product capabilities and solutions clearly to stakeholders

  • Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to inform sales strategy and identify growth areas


Key attributes required:

  • Strong technical understanding of flexible packaging or a related sector

  • Proven track record in a solution-based sales role

  • Commercially minded with the drive to identify and close new business opportunities

  • Comfortable working cross-functionally with technical and production teams

  • Confident presenting and communicating technical solutions to a range of audiences




Ready to bring your technical expertise to a sales role that really makes an impact? Apply today to find out more.