Business Development Manager

Harrison Scott Associates; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in printed flexible packaging is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive sales in the Food & Beverage sector. This home office-based position requires a self-motivated individual with strong financial acumen and excellent negotiation skills to build and maintain customer relationships.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Potential financial rewards based on success

Qualifications

• Experienced in business development in the plastic packaging industry.
• Solid understanding of sales growth through new customer acquisition.
• Experienced in managing sales and profit margins.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new business opportunities within the UK Food & Beverage markets.
• Develop business and growth plans, manage supplier agreements, and report on sales activities.
• Coordinate with teams to translate customer needs into business opportunities.

Skills

Financial skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Resilience

Job description

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Business Development Manager, home office based / UK field sales

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Home office based / UK field sales, United Kingdom

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Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Printed Flexible Packaging

Location: Home Office based / UK Field Sales

Reference: GYJ3588

Contact: Telephone: [phone]

Our established client is seeking a self-sustainable and senior Business Development Manager to generate new sales within the UK Food & Beverage markets, specifically in Printed Snacks and Confectionery Bags sectors.

Benefits:

This role offers flexible working supported by passionate owners, with potential for financial rewards based on success. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, equipped with advanced machinery for processing, printing, and producing polymer-based films for various industrial and food applications.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and acquire new business opportunities
• Provide tailored solutions to clients
• Arrange meetings and demonstrate the company's offerings
• Understand customer brands and strategies
• Develop business and growth plans, manage supplier agreements, tendering, and quoting
• Expand the business by offering a range of films and securing new projects
• Manage customer relationships from inquiry to order fulfillment
• Engage with key stakeholders regularly
• Translate customer needs into business opportunities
• Coordinate with purchasing, customer service, and marketing teams
• Negotiate agreements including pricing and rebates
• Report weekly on sales activities

Candidate Profile:

Experienced in bringing new business, with a solid understanding of plastic packaging, and a passion for sales growth through new customer acquisition.

Skills Required:

• Strong financial and commercial skills to manage sales and profit margins
• Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities
• Organizational and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a flexible environment
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills
• Resilient, proactive, and positive attitude