Business Development Manager (Corrugated Packaging)

Taylor Higson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging firm is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to focus on new business development within the corrugated packaging sector. Offering a competitive salary of around £50,000 with uncapped commission, this remote role encourages candidates to build their own sales pipeline. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong hunter mentality, solid knowledge of the industry, and exceptional negotiation skills. An exciting opportunity for motivated individuals to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Company car

Fully remote work

Operational team support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in new business development within corrugated packaging.
• Demonstrable track record of winning new accounts.
• Commercially astute with strong closing and objection-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities in corrugated packaging.
• Generate and manage a strong sales pipeline.
• Manage the full sales cycle from contact to contract award.

Skills

New business development

Sales pipeline management

Communication

Closing skills

Negotiation

Job description

Business Development Manager (Corrugated Packaging)

Circa £50,000 (DOE) Uncapped Commission

We are looking for a driven and commercially focused Business Development Manager to join a well-established corrugated packaging business. This is a pure new business hunter role, responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new customers across a range of industries including e-commerce, FMCG, retail, food & drink, and industrial sectors.

About the Role

You will be tasked with opening new doors, building a robust sales pipeline, and converting opportunities into long-term, profitable customer relationships. This role offers full autonomy, a strong operational backbone, and the opportunity to significantly increase earnings through uncapped commission.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive base salary of Circa £50,000 depending on experience
• Uncapped commission with strong earning potential
• Company car
• Fully remote role with national territory
• Backing of an established production and operational team

Your Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and win new business opportunities within the corrugated packaging market
• Generate and manage a strong pipeline through self-sourced leads, networking, and market research
• Present and sell tailored corrugated packaging solutions
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to quotation, negotiation, and contract award
• Work closely with design, estimating, and production teams to deliver commercially viable solutions
• Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, and activity reporting
• Consistently achieve and exceed new business and revenue targets

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience in new business development within corrugated packaging
• A strong hunter mentality with a demonstrable track record of winning new accounts
• Solid understanding of corrugated materials, styles, and production processes
• Confident communicator able to influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders
• Commercially astute with strong closing and objection-handling skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable working remotely with autonomy
• Full UK driving licence

If you are a new business hunter with a passion for selling corrugatedpackaging solutions and want the freedom to build and grow your own pipeline, this role offers a highly rewarding opportunity.