Business Development Manager

SER Limited; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established packaging manufacturer is looking for a Business Development Manager to support growth in Sheffield. The role involves identifying new business opportunities and managing an existing client portfolio worth £1-2 million. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of the UK packaging market and proven sales success. Competitive salary of £45,000 to £55,000 offered along with a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Choice of company car or car allowance

20% bonus scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life insurance (3x salary)

Healthcare & pension scheme

Laptop & phone provided

Qualifications

• Experience in Corrugated & Timber packaging preferred.
• Strong commercial mindset required.
• Evidence of building lasting customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities.
• Manage and grow an existing customer portfolio.
• Analyse market trends and growth areas.
• Support expansion into new territories.
• Monitor revenue and margins.

Skills

Packaging sales experience

Knowledge of the UK packaging market

Proven ability to generate new business

Customer-first approach

Interest in packaging products

Track record in sales/business development

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established packaging manufacturer with over 50 years of success. Serving a wide range of industries including industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas, engineering, retail, and FMCG, this leading packaging company is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to support continued growth and further their career.

Role: Business Development Manager - Packaging

Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Package

Location: Sheffield

Contract type: Field-based role with some time in the office. Due to sustained growth, the client is looking for a motivated individual who can generate new business opportunities while managing and developing an existing portfolio worth £1-2 million. You will be targeted to bring in an additional £250,000-£400,000 in new revenue.

What’s on Offer

• Choice of Hybrid/Diesel/Petrol company car or car allowance
• 20% bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life insurance (3x salary)
• Healthcare & pension scheme
• Laptop & phone provided

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and win new business opportunities across targeted markets
• Manage, develop, and grow an existing customer portfolio
• Analyse market trends, growth areas, and partnership opportunities
• Lead negotiations and follow up on commercial activity with UK customers, as well as support expansion into new territories
• Contribute to sales budget planning, monitor revenue and margins, and help drive business performance
• Promote the company’s image, values, and initiatives within the industry

Ideal Candidate

• Packaging sales experience ideally in Corrugated & Timber; however other areas of the industry will be considered
• Strong knowledge of the UK packaging market, ideally across the Midlands, Yorkshire, and Northwest regions
• Proven ability to generate new business and build lasting customer relationships
• A strong commercial mindset and customer-first approach
• Technical interest in packaging products and solutions
• A solid track record within the packaging sector in a sales/business development role

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please contact Sean Turton on (phone number removed) or send your CV to .