Business Development Manager - Luxury Packaging

Harrison Scott Associates; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury packaging firm seeks a passionate sales professional to join their team in London. The role involves client acquisition, account management, and project coordination, focusing on luxury beauty and cosmetics brands. Candidates should have a proven sales track record, strong knowledge of the premium market, and exceptional communication skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with iconic brands in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in luxury packaging sales or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of the beauty, cosmetics, and/or premium market sectors.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with a proactive, results-driven approach.
• Willingness to travel nationally.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in luxury sectors.
• Build long-term relationships with key clients.
• Execute regional/global sales strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee project lifecycle from pitch to production.
• Deliver regular sales forecasts and performance reports.

Skills

Proven track record in luxury packaging sales or related industries

Strong knowledge of the beauty and cosmetics market

Exceptional communication skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive, results-driven approach

Fluency in English

Ability to work autonomously

Existing network in relevant industries

Job description

Are you ready to work with some of the world’s most iconic luxury brands?

Key Responsibilities

Client Acquisition & Growth

• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within the luxury beauty, cosmetics and premium market sectors.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of qualified leads through proactive outreach, networking, and attending relevant industry events.

Account Management

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key clients
• Understand client needs and collaborate with internal design, production, and technical teams to deliver innovative, tailored packaging solutions.

Sales Strategy

• Contribute to and execute regional/global sales strategy aligned with company goals.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and client feedback to identify new commercial opportunities.

Project Coordination

• Work with the Project Management team to oversee the lifecycle of client projects from pitch to production, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Act as the key liaison between clients and internal departments to ensure seamless communication and execution.

Reporting & KPIs

• Deliver regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and performance reports.
• Meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets.

Requirements

• Proven track record in luxury packaging sales or related industries (e.g., print, design, premium FMCG, or branded goods).
• Strong knowledge of the beauty, cosmetics, and/or premium market sectors and their brand/packaging expectations.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with a proactive, results-driven approach.
• A network of existing contacts within relevant industries is a strong advantage.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Willingness to travel nationally.

If you’re a passionate sales professional with a flair for luxury, a sharp commercial mindset, and the drive to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to join a renowned industry leader at the forefront of premium packaging innovation. Step into a role where creativity meets commerce, and your expertise will help shape the next chapter for some of the world’s most prestigious brands. We would love to hear from you if you are motivated to become a key player in delivering packaging that captivates, elevates, and inspires.