Business Development Manager | Carton Packaging | South UK

Mercury Search and Selection; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK packaging manufacturer is seeking a Business Development Manager to spearhead efforts in securing new business opportunities across diverse sectors. With a competitive base salary of up to £55k and an attractive commission structure, this role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a growth-oriented company. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in business development within packaging, excel in communication and relationship building, and possess a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within any packaging substrate.
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong relationship builder with a consultative approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customers as required.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, pursuing and securing new business opportunities across target sectors.
• Building strong, long‑term relationships with clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their packaging requirements.
• Working closely with internal teams across design, technical, production and estimating to deliver accurate proposals and exceptional customer experiences.
• Representing the organisation at trade shows, client visits and industry events.
• Producing accurate forecasting, reporting and pipeline management.

Skills

Business development experience

Confident communication

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Self-motivated

Job description

Business Development Manager | Carton Packaging | South UK | Up to £55k + Attractive Commission

Join a business on the rise! With major investment, new machinery and the backing of a European group, you’ll be part of a company that’s scaling up fast and opening doors to new markets. Stand out in a sustainability driven market, selling products you can truly be proud of and building relationships with major players in FMCG, cosmetics, beverages and lifestyle sectors.

With a competitive base salary, uncapped commission and the ability to control your earnings through performance, be part of a team that values initiative, rewards success, and offers genuine progression as the business continues to expand.

A leading UK manufacturer of high-quality printed cartons, proudly serving some of the most recognised names across food, beverage, cosmetics, lifestyle and consumer goods. With over 50 years of industry expertise and a purpose-built production facility, they combine craftsmanship with cutting‑edge technology to deliver innovative, sustainable packaging solutions that elevate their clients’ brands.

You will be responsible for:

• Identifying, pursuing and securing new business opportunities across target sectors
• Building strong, long‑term relationships with clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their packaging requirements
• Working closely with internal teams across design, technical, production and estimating to deliver accurate proposals and exceptional customer experiences
• Representing the organisation at trade shows, client visits and industry events
• Producing accurate forecasting, reporting and pipeline management

Key attributes required:

• Proven experience in business development within any packaging substrate
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong relationship builder with a consultative approach
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customers as required

If you’re a driven sales professional looking to make a real impact in a growing, forward‑thinking business, we’d love to hear from you!