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Warehouse / Logistics
Business Development Manager – Printed Packaging Folding Cartons Corrugated Packaging
Warehouse / Logistics
#52032
Remote / WFH
Growth Directions LTD
Job Description
UK-Based / Remote with Frequent UK Travel
Attractive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission
Annual Sales Target: £2 Million
Our consultancy has been retained by an internationally certified packaging manufacturer to support the recruitment of an experienced *Business Development Manager* to drive expansion across the UK market.
The company specialises in high-quality printed packaging solutions, including Folding Box Board (FBB), folding cartons, and corrugated packaging, serving customers across FMCG, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, personal care, food, retail, and contract packing sectors.
This is a commercially focused role offering the opportunity to represent a well-established international manufacturing operation with strong production capabilities, premium finishing expertise, sustainability credentials, and a growing UK market presence.## The Opportunity
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and executing a UK business development strategy.
* Identifying and securing new B2B clients within the printed packaging sector.
* Building relationships with procurement teams, packaging buyers, contract packers, manufacturers, and brand owners.
* Negotiating annual supply agreements and framework contracts.
* Managing a structured sales pipeline and achieving annual revenue targets.
* Working closely with technical, production, and logistics teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions.
* Providing market intelligence and competitor insights to support growth initiatives.
* Representing the business at customer meetings, industry events, and commercial presentations.
## Candidate Profile
We are seeking a proven packaging sales professional who can demonstrate:
* Successful B2B sales or business development experience within the UK packaging industry.
* Strong knowledge of folding cartons, FBB, corrugated packaging, or related packaging products.
* A track record of winning new business and developing high-value commercial accounts.
* An established network across FMCG, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, personal care, food, retail, or contract packing sectors.
* Strong understanding of UK packaging procurement processes, sustainability requirements, and compliance expectations.
* Excellent negotiation, relationship management, and commercial closing skills.
## Recruitment Process
This recruitment assignment is being managed by *Growth Directions Ltd* on behalf of our client. Initial screening and management interviews will be conducted by Growth Directions.
Shortlisted candidates will then progress to a final interview stage involving senior commercial and technical representatives from the client organisation.## ApplyPlease send your CV together with a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience to : info@growthdirections.co.uk
Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M11 1ER
Attractive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission
Annual Sales Target: £2 Million
Our consultancy has been retained by an internationally certified packaging manufacturer to support the recruitment of an experienced *Business Development Manager* to drive expansion across the UK market.
The company specialises in high-quality printed packaging solutions, including Folding Box Board (FBB), folding cartons, and corrugated packaging, serving customers across FMCG, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, personal care, food, retail, and contract packing sectors.
This is a commercially focused role offering the opportunity to represent a well-established international manufacturing operation with strong production capabilities, premium finishing expertise, sustainability credentials, and a growing UK market presence.## The Opportunity
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and executing a UK business development strategy.
* Identifying and securing new B2B clients within the printed packaging sector.
* Building relationships with procurement teams, packaging buyers, contract packers, manufacturers, and brand owners.
* Negotiating annual supply agreements and framework contracts.
* Managing a structured sales pipeline and achieving annual revenue targets.
* Working closely with technical, production, and logistics teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions.
* Providing market intelligence and competitor insights to support growth initiatives.
* Representing the business at customer meetings, industry events, and commercial presentations.
## Candidate Profile
We are seeking a proven packaging sales professional who can demonstrate:
* Successful B2B sales or business development experience within the UK packaging industry.
* Strong knowledge of folding cartons, FBB, corrugated packaging, or related packaging products.
* A track record of winning new business and developing high-value commercial accounts.
* An established network across FMCG, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, personal care, food, retail, or contract packing sectors.
* Strong understanding of UK packaging procurement processes, sustainability requirements, and compliance expectations.
* Excellent negotiation, relationship management, and commercial closing skills.
## Recruitment Process
This recruitment assignment is being managed by *Growth Directions Ltd* on behalf of our client. Initial screening and management interviews will be conducted by Growth Directions.
Shortlisted candidates will then progress to a final interview stage involving senior commercial and technical representatives from the client organisation.## ApplyPlease send your CV together with a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience to : info@growthdirections.co.uk
Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M11 1ER
