Strategic Business Development Manager
Ref: AS9753956
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
£60,000
- Permanent
- Technical Sales Growth
- Packaging Sector Experience
- Client Relationship Development
About the candidate
A commercially focused Strategic Business Development Manager with a strong background in technical sales, printing and packaging environments. They bring a proven ability to spot new opportunities, build trusted client relationships and turn customer challenges into practical, commercially viable solutions.
They are available for permanent opportunities and can start in around 2 weeks. Based near Cambridge, they would suit a forward-thinking organisation looking for someone who combines strategic growth, market insight and a collaborative approach to business development.
What makes them great?
- Proven Sales Growth: Delivered an approximate 30% increase in annual sales by targeting new clients and creating customer-focused proposals.
- Revenue Improvement: Introduced new product lines within a packaging environment, contributing to an approximate 20% uplift in revenue within a year.
- Commercially Sharp: Combines strong market awareness, analytical thinking and relationship-building skills to uncover opportunities and close high-value work.
Areas of expertise
- Strategic Business Development: Experienced in identifying new markets, engaging prospective clients and developing tailored proposals that support long-term growth.
- Technical Sales & Client Solutions: Strong background across printing, packaging and technology-led sectors, with the ability to translate customer needs into clear solutions.
- Sales Leadership & Process Improvement: Managed sales initiatives, supported team development and introduced improvements to strengthen performance and customer engagement.