Packaging Growth Manager — Build Partnerships & Revenue

Antalis; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus structure

Company car/allowance

Pension and life assurance schemes

Flexible buy/sell holiday scheme

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fiat discount offer

Job summary

1st Class Packaging is seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to drive growth across Northamptonshire and the Midlands. You will own sales strategy, identify opportunities, and build strong customer partnerships through consultative packaging solutions.

Key responsibilities include securing new business, nurturing existing accounts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development and account management.
• Strong knowledge of the packaging industry, market trends and customer challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.
• Able to identify opportunities, build pipelines and close deals.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business growth by identifying, developing and securing opportunities across Northamptonshire and the Midlands.
• Build lasting customer relationships by nurturing existing accounts and identifying growth opportunities.
• Own your sales strategy with targeted plans to build a strong pipeline and revenue.
• Provide consultative, expert packaging solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams from initial conversation through to delivery.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Sales

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Packaging industry knowledge

Job description

1st Class Packaging is seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to drive growth across Northamptonshire and the Midlands. You will own sales strategy, identify opportunities, and build strong customer partnerships through consultative packaging solutions.

Key responsibilities include securing new business, nurturing existing accounts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional customer experiences.