Business Development Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026. Greif scores B on the Alion truth index.
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.
OUR VISION:
To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
035248 Business Development Manager (Open)Job Description:
We are looking for a motivatedBusiness Development Manager who would supportthe sales of our small plastic and other portfolio products in the UK.
If you are a self-starter with experience in thepackagingindustry or plastics, this is the opportunity for you to upscale your career and join a future-facing company.
KeyResponsibilities
Identify,developandsecurenewbusinessopportunitiesacrosstheUK.
Buildandgrowmarketknowledgewithinthesmallplasticssector.
Manageanddevelopexistingcustomerrelationshipstomaximiseretentionandgrowth.
Createcompellingcustomervaluepropositionsandcommercialoffers.
Preparepricingquotationsandnegotiatecommercialagreements.
WorkcloselywithOperations,CustomerService,LogisticsandFinanceteamstoensureoutstandingcustomersupport.
Delivercustomerpresentations,productdemonstrationsandsolutionproposals.
MaintainaccurateCRMrecordsandsalesreporting.
Providetechnicalguidanceandpackagingrecommendationstocustomers.
ChampionGreif'sproductportfolioandcommunicatemarket andcompetitiveinsights.
LeverageCommercialExcellencetoolstoidentifyopportunitiesand drive performance.
WhatWe'reLookingFor
Essential
Proventrackrecordin businessdevelopmentandsales.
Strongcommercialawarenessandnegotiationskills.
Abilityand aptitude towards domestic, sometimes multi-day customer visits
Excellentcommunicationandrelationship-buildingabilities.
Highlyorganisedwithstrongplanningandtimemanagementskills.
Abilitytogenerateleads,conductprospectingactivitiesand convertopportunitiesintoprofitablebusiness.
Analyticalmindsetwithstrongproblem-solvingcapabilities.
Self-motivated,resilientanddriventoachieveresults.
Desirable
Experiencewithinrigidplastics,industrialpackaging,manufacturingorrelatedsectors.
Technicalsalesexperience.
Experiencesellingintoindustrialmarkets.
Personal Attributes
We'relooking for someone who:
Enjoyshuntingfornewbusinessopportunities.
Takesownershipand deliversresults.
Buildstrustedcustomerrelationships.
Demonstratesresilience,determinationand apositive"can-do"attitude.
Isconfident,persuasiveandcustomerfocused.
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
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EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.