New Business Development Manager

Coppice 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
• C       ollaborating 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

Coppice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected

IMPORTANT APPLICATION PROCESS

Please send you CV and supporting covering letter (addressing examples relevant to key responsibilities) to:

[email protected]

DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY - NO AGENCY CONTACT