Junior B2B Growth & Partnerships Specialist

Smurfit Westrock; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Manchester is seeking a dynamic Business Development professional to join their team. This role is essential in driving growth and building robust relationships with stakeholders while delivering commercial impact. Candidates need a degree-level education or equivalent experience and should be proactive, resilient, and results-focused. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment are key to thriving in this position. Flexibility to travel and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to travel as needed for site visits and training.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience in a business to business sales organisation.

Responsibilities

• Leverage market expertise to shape strategy and identify opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Use commercial acumen to deliver measurable impact.
• Create and execute strategic plans.
• Identify and secure sales opportunities.
• Negotiate for win-win outcomes.

Skills

Proactive approach

Resilience

Results orientation

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent experience

Job description

A growing manufacturing company in Manchester is seeking a dynamic Business Development professional to join their team. This role is essential in driving growth and building robust relationships with stakeholders while delivering commercial impact. Candidates need a degree-level education or equivalent experience and should be proactive, resilient, and results-focused. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment are key to thriving in this position. Flexibility to travel and a valid driver's license are required.