Account Manager (Corrugated Packaging)

Taylor Higson; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established corrugated packaging business in Lancashire is seeking a proactive Account Manager. This hybrid role involves managing customer accounts, ensuring excellent service, and driving sales growth through relationship building. Ideal candidates will have experience in the corrugated packaging sector, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused approach. You'll work across various sectors including e-commerce and FMCG, facilitating effective project delivery and account management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in account management within corrugated packaging or packaging/print.
• Good understanding of corrugated materials and production processes.
• Ability to manage pricing and margins effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of existing customer accounts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer enquiries.
• Identify opportunities for account growth and upselling.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and account activity reporting.

Skills

Account management experience

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Commercial awareness

Highly organized

Customer-focused

Job description

Account Manager (Corrugated Packaging)

£35,000 (DOE), Hybrid - Lancashire, North West

We are looking for a proactive and customer‑focused Account Manager to join a well‑established corrugated packaging business. This role is focused on managing and developing existing customer accounts, ensuring excellent service delivery while identifying opportunities to grow revenue through additional products, formats, and value‑added packaging solutions.

About the Role

You will work closely with customers across sectors such as e‑commerce, FMCG, food & drink, retail, and industrial, acting as the key point of contact and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity to work with an established corrugated packaging manufacturer/supplier
• Supportive team environment with long‑term career progression

Your Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of existing corrugated packaging accounts
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer enquiries, quotations, and ongoing projects
• Work closely with internal teams including design, estimating, production, and logistics to deliver effective packaging solutions
• Identify opportunities for account growth, upselling, and cross‑selling
• Manage pricing, quotations, and margin expectations in line with commercial targets
• Oversee projects from initial brief through to production and delivery
• Maintain accurate CRM records and account activity reporting
• Build long‑term, trusted relationships with key customer stakeholders

What You’ll Need

• Experience in account management within corrugated packaging or packaging/print
• Good understanding of corrugated materials, styles, and production processes
• Strong communication and relationship‐building skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to manage pricing and margins
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines
• Comfortable working in a hybrid working environment
• Proactive, reliable, and customer‑focused

This role is ideal for an experienced Account Manager looking to develop their career within the corrugated packaging sector while managing established customer relationships and driving account growth.