Business Development Manager

Interaction Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager in Northampton to drive account management and sales within the packaging sector. Responsibilities include managing key accounts, delivering on sales targets, and maintaining high customer service standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in sales, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with the packaging industry. The role offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus along with various benefits and flexible working options.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working options

24/7 confidential support

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing relationships at all levels.
• Strong understanding of sales and account management.
• Ability to challenge and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts to deliver annualized sales targets.
• Provide a customer-focused approach.
• Lead projects and communicate effectively.

Skills

Account management

Sales strategies

Customer service

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Business Development Manager
Location: Northampton

Salary: £50,000 £60,000 + 25% Bonus Depending on experience
Full-Time Monday to Friday

Are you a proactive, commercially minded professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and driving growth? We re looking for a Business Development Manager to join our client and take ownership of key accounts, projects, and strategic initiatives within the packaging sector.

The Role
As a Business Development Manager, you will:

• Proactively manage accounts to deliver annualised sales targets
• Provide a highly responsive, customer-focused approach
• Communicate confidently and professionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the packaging market
• Deliver against agreed deadlines, priorities, and targets in a demanding, customer-centred role
• Lead projects and communicate effectively across teams and clients
• Uphold exceptional service standards and attention to detail
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies, reporting hazards and promoting a safe working environment

What You ll Bring

• Proven experience managing relationships at all levels
• Strong understanding of sales, account management, and commercial drivers
• Financial acumen and sector knowledge
• Ability to challenge and improve existing processes
• Calm under pressure with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Track record of ownership and consistent delivery
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Understanding of the full product lifecycle from concept to dispatch
• Experience in packaging, paper, or corrugated industry (preferred)

What Is on Offer

• Highly Competitive salary: £50,000 £60,000
• 25% performance-based bonus
• Pension scheme, annual leave, and Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

To be considered, please apply with an up-to-date cv. For additional information, please call and ask for Claire O'Donoghue or Dan Pearce.

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