Business Development Manager I Food & Personal Care Packaging

Posted 03 June 2025
LocationMelbourne
Job type Permanent
DisciplineIndustrial & Manufacturing
Reference1331739

Job description

oin a well-established leader in the plastics and packaging industry, renowned for its expertise in thermoforming and blow moulding technologies. Our client delivers innovative, high-performance, and sustainable packaging solutions to manufacturers across the food, beverage, personal care, and FMCG sectors.
About the Role: We’re seeking a driven and commercially minded Sales & Business Development Manager to take ownership of strategic growth opportunities. In this role, you’ll play a key part in expanding the company’s presence in existing markets while unlocking new sectors and strengthening long-term client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across key industry verticals
  • Manage and grow existing customer accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention
  • Work closely with internal teams—including design, production, and QA—to deliver tailored packaging solutions
  • Lead the sales process end-to-end: from prospecting and proposal to negotiation and closing
  • Track market trends and competitor activity to shape sales strategy and stay ahead of emerging opportunities
  • Represent the business at industry trade shows, conferences, and networking events
About You:
  • Proven background in sales or business development within plastic packaging, manufacturing, or related sectors
  • Technical understanding of thermoforming and/or blow moulding processes
  • Industry exposure to food, beverage, personal care, healthcare, or FMCG manufacturing
  • Strong commercial acumen and a consultative sales approach
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
  • Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable managing your own pipeline, reporting, and forecasts
  • Collaborative mindset, able to partner closely with technical and operational teams to ensure customer satisfaction