Business Development Manager

Description

Do you thrive in a dynamic sales environment where your strategic mindset and networking skills make a real impact? Are you ready to open doors, drive business growth, and secure long-lasting client relationships?

If so, a leading packaging consultancy is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their ambitious team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the company’s growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities while championing value-driven solutions.

Who will you be working with?

A leader in the packaging solutions space, this consultancy partners with blue-chip organisations across FMCG, retail, logistics, and manufacturing. Renowned for their consultative approach, they stand apart by delivering on promises and exceeding customer expectations.

What’s the role about?

As a Business Development Manager, you will:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across target industries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers.
• Manage a robust sales pipeline, ensuring growth and alignment with KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless handovers and implementation.

Drive strategic market penetration through consultative selling and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build a pipeline of qualified opportunities valued at £63 million annually.
• Conduct proactive customer engagement via in-person and virtual meetings.
• Align customer needs with innovative packaging solutions to create tailored strategies.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure efficient handovers to Packaging Consultants.
• Deliver value-driven pitches that enhance customer satisfaction and retention.

About You:

You’re someone who:

• Has a proven track record in strategic B2B sales, preferably within packaging or a similar consultative industry.
• Is a natural networker with excellent relationship-building skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a focus on achieving and exceeding KPIs.
• Is commercially astute, with the ability to align client challenges with innovative solutions.
• Brings high energy, creativity, and perseverance to their role.

Hours: 41¼ per week.

Salary: £60-70K + potential ~£5-10K company bonus scheme.

Location: Attend HQ in Leeds 1 day per week, but can be based in Yorkshire, East Midlands, West Midlands, North West.

Benefits: Company Car Provided - VW Passat Spec or equivalent. Business mileage paid.