Job Description

Job Title: Business Development Executive - Pharma Packaging
Location: Northampton (with national travel)
Industry: B2B Packaging
About Us
Our clients is a leading provider of innovative and high-quality packaging solutions, trusted by businesses across the UK and beyond. With a strong reputation in the market, they are expanding our focus on the pharmaceutical sector - a critical and fast-growing industry where packaging plays a vital role in product safety, compliance, and customer trust.
Role Overview
We are seeking a driven and dynamic Business Development Executive to join their team. This role will be responsible for identifying, developing, and managing new business opportunities within the pharmaceutical sector. Based in Northampton, the role requires regular national travel to engage with prospective and existing clients.
The successful candidate will combine industry knowledge with strong relationship-building skills to deliver tailored packaging solutions that meet the complex needs of pharma clients.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the pharmaceutical industry.
Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers.
Conduct market research to understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitor activity.
Present and promote packaging solutions that meet regulatory, quality, and sustainability requirements.
Collaborate closely with internal teams (design, production, operations) to ensure client needs are met.
Achieve and exceed sales targets, delivering measurable growth in the pharma sector.
Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings across the UK.
Provide accurate reporting on sales pipeline, forecasts, and activity.
Skills & Experience Required
Proven track record in business development or sales within B2B markets (packaging or pharma sector experience highly desirable).
Strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and its regulatory environment is advantageous.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to develop long-term partnerships and manage complex sales cycles.
Highly motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.
Willingness to travel nationally as required.
Full UK driving licence.
What We Offer
Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.
Company car or car allowance.
Pension scheme and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and expanding business.
The chance to play a key role in growing our presence in the pharmaceutical sector.

Skills Required