Senior Business Development Manager | Printed Folded Cartons | UK

Mercury Search and Selection; St Helens; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK printed packaging company is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth and secure new business opportunities. You will build strong client relationships, negotiate contracts, and work with internal teams to deliver high-quality packaging solutions. The ideal candidate has a proven sales track record and experience in the FMCG, food, or pharmaceutical sectors. This role offers a salary of up to £75k plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in a sales or business development role.
• Experience with business to business sales, preferably in related industries.
• In-depth understanding of print and packaging processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans for new business opportunities.
• Build relationships with key decision makers to identify new business.
• Negotiate and close high-value contracts.

Skills

Proven track record in sales

Business to business sales experience

Knowledge of print and packaging processes

Exceptional communication skills

Results-oriented mindset

Job description

Looking for a career-defining opportunity to take the lead in business development at a leading UK printed packaging company? This is your chance to drive significant growth, earn a top-tier salary, and be rewarded with a generous bonus for your success!

Senior Business Development Manager | Printed Folded Cartons | UK | Up to £75k + Bonus

An established and highly respected printed folded cartons company with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service. You will be working with a diverse range of clients across the FMCG, food and pharmaceutical sectors, providing bespoke packaging solutions that meet the highest standards. With significant investment in state of the art machinery and a commitment to sustainable practices join a forward thinking business with ambitious growth plans.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing strategic plans to secure new business opportunities within the printed folded cartons market
• Building strong relationships with key decision makers and stakeholders to identify new business and maintain client satisfaction
• Working closely with the internal design, production, and customer service teams to ensure seamless project delivery
• Negotiating and closing high-value contracts, ensuring profitability and alignment with company goals
• Upselling and cross selling a range of products across a variety of industries

Key attributes required:

• A provable track record of success in a sales or business development role within the printed folded cartons packaging sector
• Experience with business to business sales, preferably in the FMCG, food, or pharmaceutical industries
• An in depth understanding of the print and packaging processes, materials and market trends
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a passion for winning new business

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional to make a significant impact and grow with a market leading company!