UK Packaging Sales Manager - Pertemps Leeds Commercial : Job Details

UK Packaging Sales ManagerSalary: up to £65k per year + 20% bonus + car/car allowance + company credit card + benefitsLocation: Remote Based + On-the-Road TravelHours: Monday to Friday, no weekends but occasional business trips will be requiredExcellent opportunity to join a large and successful organisationThe OpportunityWe’re offering an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal role as a UK Sales Manager for our exciting client, a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of high-performance caps and closures for some of the biggest and well-known brands in the world.This is your chance to play an integral part in driving sales and business growth across key markets, with a specific focus on expanding our clients presence in the UK.As part of a forward-thinking and customer-centric organisation, you’ll take charge of developing new business opportunities while nurturing existing relationships within a diverse portfolio. Your role will involve managing key accounts, contributing to our clients innovative packaging solutions, and directly impacting the future growth of the business.As mentioned, our client is a globally recognised leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality caps and closures. Their products are designed to serve the needs of industries such as food and beverage, personal care, household goods and pharmaceuticals. As a trusted partner, they help their customers evolve and extend their packaging solutions with high-performance, innovative closures that ensure product integrity and convenience.Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with both new and existing clients
• Actively prospect for new business opportunities while ensuring that key accounts are fully managed and strategically developed
• Drive sales across various market segments, offering our diverse range of high-performance caps and closures tailored to meet customer needs in industries such as food and beverage, personal care and pharmaceuticals
• Work with clients to understand their specific needs and develop customised packaging solutions
• Your aim will be to position our client as the go-to partner for innovative and reliable closure systems
• Identify customer requirements, build strong relationships and provide tailored solutions that directly address their pain points, using a consultative sales approach to justify our clients products' value
• Prepare accurate and competitive quotes for customers in partnership with our clients engineering department, ensuring the technical specifications and requirements are met while delivering a top-notch proposal
• Oversee all commercial activities in your area, including pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and customer communication – you will also ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures

Key Requirements

• Demonstrable success in sales, ideally within a manufacturing environment or related industry – a background in the packaging or closure market would be highly advantageous, but not essential
• A track record of identifying and seizing new business opportunities, developing leads and successfully closing deals
• You must have a sharp commercial acumen to identify strategic business opportunities and drive growth
• 4-6 years of experience in a technical sales role, with a focus on understanding complex customer needs and providing appropriate product solutions
• Given the global nature of the role, a strong cultural awareness and the ability to adapt to different business environments is key
• You must be able to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and cross-functional teams, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and a solutions-oriented mindset
• You are a highly motivated individual who is results-driven, with a strong work ethic and a collaborative approach to team success
• A full, clean driving license is essential, as this role involves significant travel across the designated territory.

Next StepsThis is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and success of a global leader in the packaging industry. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you; therefore, please click apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss your application further.