Business Development Manager | Luxury Packaging | UK

Mercury Search and Selection; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales in the luxury packaging sector. The ideal candidate will enjoy the freedom of developing their client base and will have proven sales experience, especially within high-end markets. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and achieving sales targets. This role offers a salary of up to £65k and opportunities to excel in a creative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience within packaging, ideally within luxury markets.
• Ability to produce clear and accurate specifications.
• Skilled in managing and developing a client base independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships.
• Develop proposals and packaging solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams and monitor market trends.
• Achieve sales targets and represent the company at events.

Skills

Proven sales experience

Strong technical knowledge of packaging products

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Join a very well-established, sustainability driven company which will allow your sales talent to shine through. With in-house manufacturing capability and bespoke packaging solutions, you will have all the tools needed at your disposal to deliver high quality, tailored packaging solutions to your clients and unlock your full sales potential.

Business Development Manager | Luxury Packaging | UK | Up to £65k

A well-established industry leader that offers bespoke packaging solutions to high‑end luxury clients. With the freedom to develop and manage your client base in a way that excites you, this role would be perfect for somebody who enjoys working independently and loves getting hands‑on when it comes to design, innovation and creativity.

You will be responsible for:

• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, creating and reporting on your own sales strategy while maintaining an accurate CRM
• Building and nurturing strong, long‑term relationships with clients and prospects
• Developing and presenting compelling proposals and packaging solutions to potential customers
• Collaborating with internal teams and staying informed on market trends and competitors to shape effective sales efforts
• Achieving sales targets and representing the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions

Key attributes required:

• Proven sales experience within packaging, ideally within luxury markets
• Strong technical knowledge of packaging products and materials, with the ability to produce clear and accurate specifications
• Ability to manage and develop a client base independently
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills

If you want to be part of an organization that thrives on creativity and rewards self‑motivation, apply now or get in touch to explore how this opportunity could elevate your sales career.