Business Development Manager - Contract Manufactur

at Amcor Flexibles Inc in Wheeling, Illinois, United States

Job Description

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!
At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860's and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future?At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visitwww.amcor.com.

Job Description
1. Job Overview

The Commercial Business Development Manager will be responsible for new account acquisition (hunting activities) focusing on Small, Mid-sized, and Large accounts. The incumbent will be executing on leads from the lead generation roles in marketing as well as be responsible for identifying key prospects, contacting decision makers and arranging business meetings to understand and assess customer needs. They will use their strong understanding of the packaging process to promote Amcor's products that will address customer needs. The BDM will provide leadership and technical expertise and translate gaps and needs of brand-owners and co-packers into actionable strategies. This work will generate new revenue and profit by offering product and service solutions to targeted prospects. This position will be market / customer facing and will be responsible for executing Business Development strategies and closing new customer deals.

2. Principal Accountabilities

Business Development Strategy
Develop a strategic approach to create engagement and win new business
Develop business plans including, but not limited to financial analysis, competitive analysis and value proposition

Drive for results
Deliver revenue growth and generate profit from direct penetration of new accounts
Prospect for new customers and drive new business opportunities aligned with Amcor portfolio

Market research
Translate research conclusions into actionable business concepts and plans for broader review and discussion
Understand market trends, drivers & dynamics - work to promote new products and gain exposure within target markets
Collaborate closely with Marketing (e.g. Lead Generation)
Serve as subject matter expert assisting the Marketing Team for market sizing, market trends and dynamics, and competitive analysis

Relationship Management
Build a strong external network consisting of key influencers and collaborators within the industry with a specific focus on co-packers, machine suppliers, OEMs, industry associations, and senior decision makers at targeted accounts
Manage strategic customer relationships and effectively negotiate business deals
Seek out the appropriate contact within the new business opportunity and generate leads, cold calling prospective customers where necessary
Foster and develop initial business relationships with new customers / prospects' key contacts
Manage cross-functional relationships to create business development strategies as well as support the commercialization and onboarding process with other key areas (both internal and external)

Cross functional
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the development... For full info follow application link.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 

Amcor Flexibles - United States is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links "EEO is the Law" Poster and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 847-362-9000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.