Job title/s: Business development manager Perm/Contract: Perm Location: UK wide Company Overview: A major manufacturer of packaging materials and systems, catering to industries like construction, automotive, e-commerce, and logistics. Key offerings include: Adhesive solutions for various applications. Sealing products for secure packaging. Flexible films for bundling and containment. Protective materials to safeguard goods during transit. In addition, the company provides packaging equipment and automation solutions to help businesses improve efficiency. It maintains a strong commitment to sustainability, aiming to minimise waste and enhance the eco-friendliness of its products. Reason for role: New role to support the strong growth plans of the business Job Specification Day to Day: Growth and Business Development: Focus on expanding the business by developing new opportunities and nurturing strong customer relationships. Gain a deep understanding of clients' current and future needs to deliver tailored solutions. Pipeline Creation: Build a robust sales pipeline by leveraging the diverse range of products within the company’s portfolio. Customer Communication: Demonstrate expertise when communicating with customers, offering guidance on implementation, execution, best practices, and product features, as well as forming valuable partnerships. Product Sales: Engage in selling a wide range of consumables, technical products, and automated packaging solutions to meet varied customer requirements. Quotations and Project Management: Prepare accurate quotations and contribute to the overall project management process. Essential Requirements: Preferably 3+ years’ experience within a solutions-based packaging company, tapes, protective packaging, cushioning & Automation – Sustainable packaging would be advantageous. Engineering or technical background would be desirable. Proven experience in selling directly to end users is a MUST Skilled in preparing and generating quotations Desirable experience: Longevity within previous roles Enthusiastic and committed individual Driven to progress within the company At least 3 years of sales experience Salary: Up to 75k Benefits: 8% matched stakeholder pension scheme Car allowance of 7k a year 4 x DIS cover 50% pay for 2 years GIP Private healthcare with the option to add family members Salary sacrifice nursery Salary sacrifice car scheme High Street benefits Discounted Gym membership EAP Other benefits including discounted insurances etc Please apply with an up to date CV