Strategic Growth Manager, Flexible Packaging

Kennedy Fox Associates; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Fox Associates is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to expand existing relationships and secure new business across a designated territory. You will work closely with technical and operations teams to deliver packaging solutions that drive long-term partnerships and profitable growth.

The role emphasizes strategic account management, strong negotiation, and travel across the territory to meet clients, attend industry events, and present compelling proposals.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of B2B sales or account management in packaging or manufacturing.
• Proven track record of growing customer relationships and winning new business.
• Strong commercial, communication and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of packaging processes or related manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience using CRM systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an established portfolio of customer accounts.
• Develop new business opportunities within targeted markets.
• Achieve sales and margin objectives through strategic account management.
• Prepare commercial proposals, negotiate pricing and maintain accurate sales forecasts.
• Work with internal teams to deliver outstanding customer service.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities.
• Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events.

Skills

B2B sales

Account management

Negotiation

Communication

CRM experience

Travel willingness

Planning & forecasting

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kennedy Fox Associates is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to expand existing relationships and secure new business across a designated territory. You will work closely with technical and operations teams to deliver packaging solutions that drive long-term partnerships and profitable growth.

The role emphasizes strategic account management, strong negotiation, and travel across the territory to meet clients, attend industry events, and present compelling proposals.