Sales Director – Premium Packaging

Harrison Scott Associates; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Sales Director to drive growth in the luxury packaging sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales track record and a deep understanding of luxury markets. You'll be responsible for developing strategies, building client relationships, and leading a growing sales team. This role offers autonomy and significant influence in a dynamic environment, along with a competitive salary package and performance-related bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance-related bonuses

Strong long-term prospects

Qualifications

• Strong track record of success in the luxury or premium packaging industry.
• Deep understanding of the demands and trends of the luxury market.
• Confident in opening high-value accounts and closing complex deals.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a premium client base across sectors.
• Develop the sales strategy and identify market opportunities.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions.

Skills

Sales expertise in luxury packaging

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Sales Director – Premium Packaging

Are you a senior sales leader with a passion for premium packaging and a proven ability to drive commercial growth?

We are working with an established cartons manufacturer that is investing heavily in the expansion of its luxury packaging division. They are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Sales Director to lead the development and execution of the commercial strategy within the luxury sector.

This high-impact role is about building and growing a premium client base across sectors such as cosmetics, spirits, fashion, and high-end FMCG. You will develop the sales strategy from the ground up, identify key market opportunities, open new doors, and forge long-term partnerships with luxury brands. Working closely with the production and design teams, you’ll deliver tailored, high-end cartonboard packaging solutions that meet the exacting standards of premium clients.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a premium client base across cosmetics, spirits, fashion, and high-end FMCG.
• Develop the sales strategy from the ground up and identify key market opportunities.
• Open new doors and forge long-term partnerships with luxury brands.
• Collaborate with production and design teams to deliver tailored cartonboard packaging solutions meeting premium standards.
• Report to the Managing Director and shape the division’s commercial direction.
• Provide leadership as the team expands: hiring, mentoring, and motivating a sales function aligned with quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of success in the luxury or premium packaging industry.
• Deep understanding of the demands and trends of the luxury market and a strong network across relevant sectors.
• Strategic thinker and hands-on commercial leader, confident in opening high-value accounts and closing complex deals.

What We Offer

• Autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to shape a newly formed division.
• Competitive salary package and performance-related bonuses.
• Strong long-term prospects within a dynamic and growing business.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV in Word format (.doc or .docx).

We welcome applications from UK residents with relevant experience in the print, packaging or paper sectors.

Notes

Being the largest recruitment company in print, packaging and paper, we receive new vacancies daily. Please ensure your CV is in Word format to maximize processing speed.