New Business Development Manager
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[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a New Business Development Manager to drive new business growth. Responsibilities include lead generation, sales cycle management, and account management. The ideal candidate will have packaging industry knowledge and a "hunter" mentality.
About the job
[Employer hidden] is a market-leading and international supplier of aluminium food packaging, renowned for innovation, quality and service. As we continue with our growth plans, we are seeking like-minded individuals to join our teams and be part of our exciting journey.
DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY - NO AGENCY CONTACT
As New Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for establishing, leading and driving new business growth opportunities across our portfolio. You will play a key role in expanding our customer base by generating high-quality leads and converting them into long-term, profitable business revenue. You will excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and possess a strong "hunter" mentality, thriving in a target-driven atmosphere. With a passion for finding and driving new business development and a proven track record of closing deals, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Driving the expansion of our product portfolio in the commodity lines sector
- Identifying, generating and qualifying leads through targeted outreach and market research - cold calling capability and confidence is critical to this role
- Converting leads into long-term, profitable client relationships, understanding their needs and presenting tailored solutions
- Leading all aspects of the sales cycle - initial contact to deal closure, with appropriate account management administration tasks
- Developing and maintaining robust pipeline of prospects, ensuring continuous flow of business opportunities
- Collaborating with marketing and design department, ensuring literature is up to date and relevant to target market
- Developing and implementing strategies to increase market share and business revenue
- Collaborating with internal teams, aligning product offerings with client needs and market trends
- Collaborating with Operations, Logistics and Procurement teams, ensuring product availability, timely delivery and quality assurance
- Reporting and forecasting
- Tracking and reporting on business development activities - lead generations, sales performance and market insights via CRM platform
- Creating forecasts and sales reports for management to assess business growth and trends
To be successful in this role, we are looking for
- Packaging industry knowledge
- Knowledge of distributor model within industry
- Demonstrable success at lead generation and conversion into new business
- Hunger to grow revenue and unlock new opportunities
- Entrepreneurial, "Can Do" / "Hunter" mindset
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or a similar relevant field is desirable
Ideally based within a commutable distance to site in the first instance - You must be prepared for regular travel, including overnight stays, to attend customer meetings
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- Employee wellbeing programs
[Employer hidden] is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected
Apply now by sending through your CV and Covering letter, confirming your notice period and availability for interview
DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY - NO AGENCY CONTACT