Business Development Manager - Packaging

Avature; Bristol; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth in the FMCG, industrial, and food & beverage sectors. In this role, you will handle the entire sales cycle, develop strategies to meet ambitious targets, and foster strong client relationships. Collaboration across teams is key to delivering impactful results and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Self-starting, persistent, and motivated by results.
• Proven closer with excellent communication skills.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with compliance and supply chain dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close in packaging.
• Build and execute a strategy to achieve growth goals.
• Negotiate deals focusing on long-term value.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Sales Acumen

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Business Development Manager - Packaging

Locations

United Kingdom

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

28-May-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

At Smurfit Westrock, we don’t just sell packaging — we solve problems, move markets, and fuel brand success. We're looking for a driven, ambitious Business Development Manager ready to chase down opportunities and turn leads into long-term partnerships across FMCG, industrial, and food & beverage sectors.

If you're competitive, resourceful, and thrive on results — this is your stage.

What You’ll Do

• Hunt for New Business
  Own the full sales cycle — from prospecting to close — in folding cartons and packaging machinery
• Own Your Targets
  Build and execute a winning strategy to hit ambitious growth goals
• Lead Onboarding Like a Pro
  Rally cross-functional teams to deliver a smooth, high-impact customer experience
• Build Deep Relationships
  Get in with Procurement, Ops, Marketing, and Tech — and stay in
• Negotiate with Confidence
  Handle deals with a focus on long-term value, not just the quick win
• Keep the Pipeline Full
  Stay sharp, stay organized, and always know what’s next

What You Bring

• A hunter’s mindset — self-starting, persistent, and motivated by results
• Strong commercial instincts and a strategic approach to complex sales
• Proven closer with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable managing your pipeline through CRM tools
• Comfortable working with technical specs, compliance, and supply chain dynamics

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Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.