Senior Business Development Manager | Flexibles | UK

Mercury Search and Selection; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in the flexible packaging sector is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and collaborating with internal teams for successful delivery. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in business development with a focus on client success in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• Proven success winning new business.
• Strong knowledge of flexible packaging.
• Confident communicator and skilled negotiator.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build and manage a pipeline of prospects.
• Develop tailored proposals and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation

Market Strategy

Communication

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager | Flexibles | UK | Up to £100k OTE

A global provider in the flexible packaging industry and renowned for delivering high-quality products and services to a wide range of industries. Driven by innovation, powered by people, and trusted by clients across the world.

As Senior Business Development Manager you will be responsible for:

•Identify and pursue new business opportunities in line with company strategies

•Build and manage a pipeline of prospects through research, networking, and outreach

•Develop tailored proposals, negotiate contracts, and close deals

•Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery

•Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy

Key attributes required:

•Proven success winning new business

•Strong knowledge of flexible packaging and ability to sell complex solutions

•A confident communicator and skilled negotiator

•Target-driven with a consultative approach to selling

•Strategic thinker with the ability to spot and act on opportunities

Take your career to the next level – don’t wait to apply, this role won’t be around for long!