Business Development Manager - x2 North & South

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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.