Job overview
We're seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to grow and nurture key client relationships, whilst also seeking out new business opportunities across the polymer processing sector for our custom formulated compounds and recycled polymer materials.
Reporting to the Commercial Director, the role will drive new business development and help deliver the Company's strategic sales plan, with time split between UK wide travel to maintain and build strong customer relationships and close liaison with the office-based team.
Company overview
We are proud of our reputation within the industry as a leading technical compounder of custom polymer formulations and recycled materials, with over 60 years consistently delivering to demanding customer specifications.
As pioneers in recycled polymers, we are committed to building a sustainable future and actively contributing to a circular economy. Luxus is not just a supplier – we are viewed as a trusted partner in polymer excellence, shaping a future where innovation, quality and sustainability seamlessly converge.
Role responsibilities
- Managing and growing existing customer accounts while seeking out new business opportunities
- Achieving and exceeding sales and contribution targets
- Collaborating cross-functionally to create custom technical and cost optimised solutions to customer needs
- Actively promote Luxus’ technical capabilities across the industry
- Analyse market trends and share insights with internal stakeholders
- Monitor production capacity and customer pipeline
- Providing strategic input to shaping and executing the company’s commercial roadmap
- Deliver excellent customer experience from first contact to ongoing support
Benefits/package
- A competitive salary, with commission scheme and company car
- A company culture that fosters growth, innovation and teamwork
- Ongoing training and career development
- Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
Qualifications/experience required
- A proven track record in a commercial role within the plastics sector
- Strong planning, time management, and leadership skills
- Self-starter mentality - able to work solo or rally a successful team
- Outstanding communication & negotiation skills
- Ability to listen, understand and collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored, commercially sound solutions
- Experience in project and strategic sales management
- Comfort working across both high-level strategy and ground-level execution
- Solid cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities