Sales Director | Corrugated

Mercury Search and Selection; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in the UK is seeking a Sales Director to drive business growth. The role involves securing high-value opportunities and setting growth strategies within the corrugated packaging sector. Ideal candidates should have a background in packaging, outstanding sales and negotiation abilities, as well as proven experience in building customer partnerships. Attractive salary package included.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in generating high value new business and building long-term customer partnerships.
• Strong commercial awareness with exceptional sales and negotiation abilities.
• Background in the packaging industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, sourcing, and securing high value new business opportunities.
• Setting growth strategies and evaluating prospective customers.
• Achieving sales targets and monitoring performance.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Sales negotiation

Relationship management

Customer service skills

Leadership

Job description

Overview

Are you a commercially driven leader ready to thrive in a corrugated packaging business? This is the perfect opportunity to join the industry’s market leader and play a key role in driving continued growth. Enjoy a market-leading salary package with a company renowned for innovation and success in corrugated packaging.

Sales Director | Corrugated Packaging | Yorkshire | Up to £70k

One of the UK’s leading forces in corrugated packaging. With full in-house design, manufacturing, and state-of-the-art print capabilities, the company delivers packaging solutions that elevate brand visibility and performance. After significant investment in recyclable materials and new product development, it continues to set the benchmark for sustainability and creativity within the corrugated industry.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, sourcing, and securing high value new business opportunities to expand market presence
• As part of the senior team, setting growth strategies and evaluating prospective customers to drive sustainable success
• Achievingsales targets and monitoring performance
• Contributing to wider business growth through strategic selling and effective relationship management
• Researching market trends and competitor activity to focus resources on emerging opportunities and high-demand solutions

Key attributes required

• Proven experience in generating high value new business and building long-term customer partnerships
• Skilled in delivering outstanding service and consistently exceeding client expectations
• Background in the packaging industry, corrugated desirable
• Strong commercial awareness with exceptional sales and negotiation abilities
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the business

This role offers the opportunity to develop your career while working alongside a dynamic and successful team. If you’re ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we’d love to hear from you!