Business Development Manager

Are you a driven and self-motivated sales professional looking to elevate your career in the food packaging industry? Our client, a prominent National Distributor of food packaging materials to the Fresh Produce and Food Manufacturing sector, is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their dynamic team. This role promises not only professional growth but also the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

Why Consider This Role?

•              Autonomy and Trust: Enjoy a work environment where micromanagement is a thing of the past. Our client values self-starters who can take initiative and drive their own success.

•              Career Development: Benefit from ongoing training and development programmes designed to enhance your skills and advance your career in field sales.

•              Supportive Team: Join a team that is committed to your success, offering a collaborative atmosphere where your contributions are recognised and valued.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for covering the South of England. Your primary focus will be on winning new business in industries such as food manufacturing, fresh produce, and drinks manufacturing.

Initially you will manage a small portfolio of existing accounts, ensuring that client relationships are nurtured and maintained whilst continuing to develop your own new business across multiple market sectors.

Key Responsibilities

•              Identify and secure new business opportunities within the designated territory.

•              Manage and grow a small portfolio of existing accounts.

•              Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve targets.

•              Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and seamless service delivery.

•              Provide regular reports on sales activities and market insights.

Skills and Experience Required

•              Proven experience in selling packaging solutions, ideally within the food packaging sector but not essential.

•              Existing experience in one of the following packaging markets would be of use, but is not essential as full training will be given to ensure you are able to sell across multiple materials with confidence;

• • • Thermoforming plastic
    • Injection moulding plastic
    • Flexibles
    • Corrugated paper
    • Cartonboard/Solid board paper

•              Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.

•              Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

•              Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

•              Based in the South or South East of England, with the flexibility to travel nationally as required.

Why Apply?

This role is perfect for a sales professional eager to take the next step in their career with a company that values innovation, autonomy, and personal growth. If you are ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a supportive environment and become a key player in a longstanding, established team this could be the perfect fit for you.

Remuneration

You will receive a competitive basic salary and a fantastic and rare commission structure ensuring your OTE increase year upon year as your contribution increases.  Company car, employee perk scheme and attractive pension contribution scheme. 

Please apply for full details of the remuneration package.

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