Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we're committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role This is a home based role covering the East Anglia territory. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team within the Sheet Plant division. This role is focused on retaining and growing key customer accounts across East Anglia. The successful candidate will build strong, long-term relationships with our most important customers, identifying opportunities to expand our packaging solutions within their businesses while ensuring continued satisfaction and loyalty. Key Responsibilities: Account Management & Retention Act as the main point of contact for designated key accounts across East Anglia. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to understand their business needs, challenges, and packaging requirements. Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues proactively to ensure long-term retention. Produce detailed account plans identifying opportunities to grow and develop our customers. Sales Growth & Development Identify and pursue opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling, up-selling, and innovation. Develop and implement account growth plans tailored to each customer. The work mix for this role is predominately Account Management and retention but we expect an element to be new business and line extension growth also. Collaborate with internal teams (Customer Service, Production, Design) to ensure effective delivery and service. Reporting & Forecasting Maintain accurate account records and sales forecasts using CRM systems. Report regularly to the General Manager on account performance, risks, and opportunities. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to support seamless customer experiences. Attend occasional team meetings and training sessions at our Beacon site. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Key Account Management or B2B Sales, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to grow accounts and drive customer loyalty. Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from a home base. Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within East Anglia region and to the Beacon site in Aldershot as required. What We Offer Competitive salary plus performance based bonus & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Company car or car allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
19/05/2026
Full time
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we're committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role This is a home based role covering the East Anglia territory. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team within the Sheet Plant division. This role is focused on retaining and growing key customer accounts across East Anglia. The successful candidate will build strong, long-term relationships with our most important customers, identifying opportunities to expand our packaging solutions within their businesses while ensuring continued satisfaction and loyalty. Key Responsibilities: Account Management & Retention Act as the main point of contact for designated key accounts across East Anglia. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to understand their business needs, challenges, and packaging requirements. Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues proactively to ensure long-term retention. Produce detailed account plans identifying opportunities to grow and develop our customers. Sales Growth & Development Identify and pursue opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling, up-selling, and innovation. Develop and implement account growth plans tailored to each customer. The work mix for this role is predominately Account Management and retention but we expect an element to be new business and line extension growth also. Collaborate with internal teams (Customer Service, Production, Design) to ensure effective delivery and service. Reporting & Forecasting Maintain accurate account records and sales forecasts using CRM systems. Report regularly to the General Manager on account performance, risks, and opportunities. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to support seamless customer experiences. Attend occasional team meetings and training sessions at our Beacon site. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Key Account Management or B2B Sales, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to grow accounts and drive customer loyalty. Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from a home base. Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within East Anglia region and to the Beacon site in Aldershot as required. What We Offer Competitive salary plus performance based bonus & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Company car or car allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
Smurfit-Westrock is seeking a Business Analyst for Consumer IT Solutions, responsible for aligning IT services with business strategy. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or IT roles, preferably with JDE or Radius. Key responsibilities include building relationships with stakeholders, supporting implementations, and ensuring compliance with business processes. A degree in IT or Business is required along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role is full time with responsibilities including up to 50% travel.
17/05/2026
Full time
Smurfit-Westrock is seeking a Business Analyst for Consumer IT Solutions, responsible for aligning IT services with business strategy. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or IT roles, preferably with JDE or Radius. Key responsibilities include building relationships with stakeholders, supporting implementations, and ensuring compliance with business processes. A degree in IT or Business is required along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role is full time with responsibilities including up to 50% travel.
Business Analyst - Consumer IT Solutions Locations United Kingdom Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 14-May-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. The Business Analyst for BRM IT Solutions plays an integral role as a business partner and subject matter expert in business processes and technology, helping to drive and align best practices with Radius/JDE ERP systems and supporting applications. The role ensures that IT services deliver against the business strategy. You will work directly with business partners and business owners/user groups across multiple regions for modules such as Customer Service, Estimating, Planning, Purchasing, Scheduling, Production, Quality, Shipping, and Finance. The Business Analyst will work to understand business requirements and value, make recommendations, implement solutions where applicable, and ensure the right IT resources are engaged in delivering those solutions. This role partners with the Radius Implementation teams in EMEA and NA to deliver the transformation and to support business partners such as SMEs and change agents. You will support the implementation of standard processes and, post implementation, partner with business power users and leaders to ensure process adherence and continuous improvement aligned with product enhancements and business needs. Collaboration across multiple internal and external functional areas is an integral part of the role, helping to drive a culture of best practice, standards, creativity, and innovation. Job Responsibilities/Key accountabilities: Build relationships with key stakeholders in business and IT teams to drive key outcomes, decisions and ensure timely project completion. As a BRM SME, serve as the IT lead in collaboration with business leadership and business owners to effectively implement new processes, process changes, and new technology. This role is responsible for all Consumer business applications. Develop solutions to meet new functional requirements in collaboration with the Radius Implementation teams and other IT Enterprise teams. Engage business Power Users to identify opportunities to improve the standard model. Ensure the Radius standard model being deployed meets business requirements across the product portfolio and regions. Provide additional training and support to ensure compliance with Radius standard model processes. Work with IT teams to design and implement solutions that meet business needs. Based on SME knowledge, support user acceptance testing and cut over activities by remaining actively engaged in the relevant functional area during the cut over process. Ensure plants and functional teams have access to the data required to manage operations. Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams, ensuring clear communication and shared understanding. Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in business analysis and IT. Knowledge, Skills, Experience 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or IT roles with JDE or Radius is preferred. Educated to degree level in a related field such as IT or Business or occupational equivalent. Experience working in technology organizations. Strong systems knowledge and problem solving skills. Understanding of and experience with implementing operational management systems. Ability to become proficient in the standard model processes being deployed. Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines whilst able to prioritise own workloads. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence others to comply with standard business processes. Ability to positively influence others without direct authority to move projects forward. Effective leadership skills and the ability to drive change. Ability to travel as and when required - 50% Environmental, Health and Safety It is your responsibility to co operate with Smurfit Westrock in relation to all health, safety and environmental topics. This includes working to the practices shown during training that will be provided to you and the company's health, safety and environmental policies. You will be expected to work in accordance with local site practices and not to interfere with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or welfare. Other Requirements Flexible and adaptable to change and prepared to take on additional responsibilities with other duties as required to meet business needs. Successfully adapts to changing demands and conditions. Be able to be self motivated, standards driven, with a keen eye for detail whilst being team focused and harnessing collaboration and co operation of others. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
17/05/2026
Full time
Business Analyst - Consumer IT Solutions Locations United Kingdom Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 14-May-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. The Business Analyst for BRM IT Solutions plays an integral role as a business partner and subject matter expert in business processes and technology, helping to drive and align best practices with Radius/JDE ERP systems and supporting applications. The role ensures that IT services deliver against the business strategy. You will work directly with business partners and business owners/user groups across multiple regions for modules such as Customer Service, Estimating, Planning, Purchasing, Scheduling, Production, Quality, Shipping, and Finance. The Business Analyst will work to understand business requirements and value, make recommendations, implement solutions where applicable, and ensure the right IT resources are engaged in delivering those solutions. This role partners with the Radius Implementation teams in EMEA and NA to deliver the transformation and to support business partners such as SMEs and change agents. You will support the implementation of standard processes and, post implementation, partner with business power users and leaders to ensure process adherence and continuous improvement aligned with product enhancements and business needs. Collaboration across multiple internal and external functional areas is an integral part of the role, helping to drive a culture of best practice, standards, creativity, and innovation. Job Responsibilities/Key accountabilities: Build relationships with key stakeholders in business and IT teams to drive key outcomes, decisions and ensure timely project completion. As a BRM SME, serve as the IT lead in collaboration with business leadership and business owners to effectively implement new processes, process changes, and new technology. This role is responsible for all Consumer business applications. Develop solutions to meet new functional requirements in collaboration with the Radius Implementation teams and other IT Enterprise teams. Engage business Power Users to identify opportunities to improve the standard model. Ensure the Radius standard model being deployed meets business requirements across the product portfolio and regions. Provide additional training and support to ensure compliance with Radius standard model processes. Work with IT teams to design and implement solutions that meet business needs. Based on SME knowledge, support user acceptance testing and cut over activities by remaining actively engaged in the relevant functional area during the cut over process. Ensure plants and functional teams have access to the data required to manage operations. Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams, ensuring clear communication and shared understanding. Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in business analysis and IT. Knowledge, Skills, Experience 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or IT roles with JDE or Radius is preferred. Educated to degree level in a related field such as IT or Business or occupational equivalent. Experience working in technology organizations. Strong systems knowledge and problem solving skills. Understanding of and experience with implementing operational management systems. Ability to become proficient in the standard model processes being deployed. Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines whilst able to prioritise own workloads. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence others to comply with standard business processes. Ability to positively influence others without direct authority to move projects forward. Effective leadership skills and the ability to drive change. Ability to travel as and when required - 50% Environmental, Health and Safety It is your responsibility to co operate with Smurfit Westrock in relation to all health, safety and environmental topics. This includes working to the practices shown during training that will be provided to you and the company's health, safety and environmental policies. You will be expected to work in accordance with local site practices and not to interfere with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or welfare. Other Requirements Flexible and adaptable to change and prepared to take on additional responsibilities with other duties as required to meet business needs. Successfully adapts to changing demands and conditions. Be able to be self motivated, standards driven, with a keen eye for detail whilst being team focused and harnessing collaboration and co operation of others. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role We are recruiting two Business Development Managers to join our National Sales Team, with one role covering the North and one covering the South of the country. Both positions report directly to the relevant Business Development Director and play a critical role in delivering our national growth strategy. As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities while strengthening long-term, profitable customer relationships. Operating at a national level, you will focus on strategic account development, new market entry and complex opportunity management, working closely with internal stakeholders to deliver commercially sound solutions. The role requires a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. You will manage a robust opportunity pipeline, lead high-quality customer engagements, develop value-led propositions and negotiate sustainable commercial outcomes that protect and grow the business. Successful candidates will demonstrate capabilities including a strong understanding of markets, customers and competitors, combined with the ability to uncover customer pain points and translate these into compelling commercial opportunities. You will build credible, trust-based relationships with customers and internal colleagues, influencing at all levels with clarity and confidence. Strong commercial and financial acumen is essential, enabling you to assess profitability, challenge assumptions and make informed decisions that drive mutual value. You will plan effectively, managing your territory and opportunity pipeline against clear targets, while communicating value convincingly through customer-led storytelling and structured selling approaches. You will also be comfortable leading and supporting negotiations, preparing thoroughly and striving for outcomes that create long-term value rather than short-term wins. Proficiency in IT, including MS Office products and CRM, and the ability to travel as required are also necessary. What We Offer Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Bonus Scheme Company car or allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
15/05/2026
Full time
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role We are recruiting two Business Development Managers to join our National Sales Team, with one role covering the North and one covering the South of the country. Both positions report directly to the relevant Business Development Director and play a critical role in delivering our national growth strategy. As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities while strengthening long-term, profitable customer relationships. Operating at a national level, you will focus on strategic account development, new market entry and complex opportunity management, working closely with internal stakeholders to deliver commercially sound solutions. The role requires a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. You will manage a robust opportunity pipeline, lead high-quality customer engagements, develop value-led propositions and negotiate sustainable commercial outcomes that protect and grow the business. Successful candidates will demonstrate capabilities including a strong understanding of markets, customers and competitors, combined with the ability to uncover customer pain points and translate these into compelling commercial opportunities. You will build credible, trust-based relationships with customers and internal colleagues, influencing at all levels with clarity and confidence. Strong commercial and financial acumen is essential, enabling you to assess profitability, challenge assumptions and make informed decisions that drive mutual value. You will plan effectively, managing your territory and opportunity pipeline against clear targets, while communicating value convincingly through customer-led storytelling and structured selling approaches. You will also be comfortable leading and supporting negotiations, preparing thoroughly and striving for outcomes that create long-term value rather than short-term wins. Proficiency in IT, including MS Office products and CRM, and the ability to travel as required are also necessary. What We Offer Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Bonus Scheme Company car or allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role This is a home based role covering the East Anglia territory. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team within the Sheet Plant division. This role is focused on retaining and growing key customer accounts across East Anglia. The successful candidate will build strong, long-term relationships with our most important customers, identifying opportunities to expand our packaging solutions within their businesses while ensuring continued satisfaction and loyalty. Key Responsibilities: Account Management & Retention Act as the main point of contact for designated key accounts across East Anglia. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to understand their business needs, challenges, and packaging requirements. Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues proactively to ensure long-term retention. Produce detailed account plans identifying opportunities to grow and develop our customers. Sales Growth & Development Identify and pursue opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling, up-selling, and innovation. Develop and implement account growth plans tailored to each customer. The work mix for this role is predominately Account Management and retention but we expect an element to be new business and line extension growth also. Collaborate with internal teams (Customer Service, Production, Design) to ensure effective delivery and service. Reporting & Forecasting Maintain accurate account records and sales forecasts using CRM systems. Report regularly to the General Manager on account performance, risks, and opportunities. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to support seamless customer experiences. Attend occasional team meetings and training sessions at our Beacon site. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Key Account Management or B2B Sales, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to grow accounts and drive customer loyalty. Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from a home base. Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within East Anglia region and to the Beacon site in Aldershot as required. What We Offer Competitive salary plus performance based bonus & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Company car or car allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
15/05/2026
Full time
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role This is a home based role covering the East Anglia territory. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team within the Sheet Plant division. This role is focused on retaining and growing key customer accounts across East Anglia. The successful candidate will build strong, long-term relationships with our most important customers, identifying opportunities to expand our packaging solutions within their businesses while ensuring continued satisfaction and loyalty. Key Responsibilities: Account Management & Retention Act as the main point of contact for designated key accounts across East Anglia. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to understand their business needs, challenges, and packaging requirements. Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues proactively to ensure long-term retention. Produce detailed account plans identifying opportunities to grow and develop our customers. Sales Growth & Development Identify and pursue opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling, up-selling, and innovation. Develop and implement account growth plans tailored to each customer. The work mix for this role is predominately Account Management and retention but we expect an element to be new business and line extension growth also. Collaborate with internal teams (Customer Service, Production, Design) to ensure effective delivery and service. Reporting & Forecasting Maintain accurate account records and sales forecasts using CRM systems. Report regularly to the General Manager on account performance, risks, and opportunities. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to support seamless customer experiences. Attend occasional team meetings and training sessions at our Beacon site. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Key Account Management or B2B Sales, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to grow accounts and drive customer loyalty. Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from a home base. Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within East Anglia region and to the Beacon site in Aldershot as required. What We Offer Competitive salary plus performance based bonus & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Company car or car allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role This is a home based role covering the East Anglia territory. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team within the Sheet Plant division. This role is focused on retaining and growing key customer accounts across East Anglia. The successful candidate will build strong, long-term relationships with our most important customers, identifying opportunities to expand our packaging solutions within their businesses while ensuring continued satisfaction and loyalty. Key Responsibilities: Account Management & Retention Act as the main point of contact for designated key accounts across East Anglia. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to understand their business needs, challenges, and packaging requirements. Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues proactively to ensure long-term retention. Produce detailed account plans identifying opportunities to grow and develop our customers. Sales Growth & Development Identify and pursue opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling, up-selling, and innovation. Develop and implement account growth plans tailored to each customer. The work mix for this role is predominately Account Management and retention but we expect an element to be new business and line extension growth also. Collaborate with internal teams (Customer Service, Production, Design) to ensure effective delivery and service. Reporting & Forecasting Maintain accurate account records and sales forecasts using CRM systems. Report regularly to the General Manager on account performance, risks, and opportunities. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to support seamless customer experiences. Attend occasional team meetings and training sessions at our Beacon site. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Key Account Management or B2B Sales, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to grow accounts and drive customer loyalty. Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from a home base. Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within East Anglia region and to the Beacon site in Aldershot as required. What We Offer Competitive salary plus performance based bonus & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Company car or car allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
15/05/2026
Full time
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role This is a home based role covering the East Anglia territory. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team within the Sheet Plant division. This role is focused on retaining and growing key customer accounts across East Anglia. The successful candidate will build strong, long-term relationships with our most important customers, identifying opportunities to expand our packaging solutions within their businesses while ensuring continued satisfaction and loyalty. Key Responsibilities: Account Management & Retention Act as the main point of contact for designated key accounts across East Anglia. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to understand their business needs, challenges, and packaging requirements. Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues proactively to ensure long-term retention. Produce detailed account plans identifying opportunities to grow and develop our customers. Sales Growth & Development Identify and pursue opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling, up-selling, and innovation. Develop and implement account growth plans tailored to each customer. The work mix for this role is predominately Account Management and retention but we expect an element to be new business and line extension growth also. Collaborate with internal teams (Customer Service, Production, Design) to ensure effective delivery and service. Reporting & Forecasting Maintain accurate account records and sales forecasts using CRM systems. Report regularly to the General Manager on account performance, risks, and opportunities. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to support seamless customer experiences. Attend occasional team meetings and training sessions at our Beacon site. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Key Account Management or B2B Sales, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to grow accounts and drive customer loyalty. Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from a home base. Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within East Anglia region and to the Beacon site in Aldershot as required. What We Offer Competitive salary plus performance based bonus & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Company car or car allowance Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
