We’re Hiring: Business Development Manager – UK
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Apr 22, 2026
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Business Development Manager
Location: Market Harborough, UK
Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Managing Director, Natalie Davies
Why Ryleon?
Ryleon is an international group specialising in sustainable, high-performance protective packaging and security solutions for sensitive and valuable goods. We help customers protect their products throughout transport and handling while reducing environmental impact and transitioning away from EPS (expanded polystyrene) and other high-impact materials.
Our offering combines:
Fibre-based protective packaging (corrugated and moulded fibre)
Tamper-evident technologies, including tapes, labels, and security seals
Tailored solutions for a broad range of industries, including industrial manufacturing, logistics, food, electronics, pharmaceuticals, retail, and e-commerce
Ryleon is building a leading European company in protective and secure packaging, bringing together complementary capabilities to deliver integrated, high-value solutions and support customers with a single, trusted partner.
Why this role matters
Ryleon is on an exciting growth trajectory and continues to expand. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and on going the extra mile to help customers find the right solutions across our portfolio.
This role sits right at the centre of that growth.
As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for opening new doors, identifying opportunities, and converting insights into meaningful commercial impact. You will drive new business across selected target markets, representing the full Ryleon offering and working across the company to bring integrated solutions to customers.
Your work will directly shape how Ryleon grows - which customers we partner with and how we scale our presence as a leading European company.
If you’re motivated by influence rather than inbox traffic, this is your stage. Every conversation you start, every deal you progress, and every relationship you build helps define the future of the company. This isn’t about maintaining the status quo, it’s about creating solutions, winning trust, and driving results that really matter.
Key Responsibilities
New Business Development (Primary Focus)
Identify and pursue new business opportunities in defined target markets
Develop and execute market entry plans aligned with company priorities
Build and maintain a strong pipeline through proactive lead generation
Drive opportunities from first contact through to conversion
Cross-Portfolio Sales & Solution Selling
Represent the full Ryleon portfolio to customers
Identify and drive cross-selling opportunities across the company
Develop and present integrated, customer-specific solutions
Act as a commercial bridge between customers and internal experts
Client Relationship Management
Build strong, long-lasting relationships with new and existing customers
Serve as a primary point of contact for key accounts
Understand customer needs and propose appropriate solutions or services
Ensure a consistent and high-quality customer experience
Sales Execution & Negotiation
Present proposals, business cases and tailored solution to potential customers
Lead commercial negotiations to secure commercially favourable outcomes
Support pricing and commercial decision-making
Team Leadership
Manage and support a small business development team
Develop team capabilities, particularly within cross-selling and solution selling
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with internal teams across the company to deliver solutions
Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, events, and lead generation
Provide market insights to support product and commercial development
Performance & Reporting
Track and monitor KPIs to measure performance against defined targets
Create monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports
Contribute to the development of the broader sales model and strategic planning
Required Skills & Qualifications
Proven experience in B2B sales and business development
Strong track record of generating new business
Experience selling complex or multi-product solutions is an advantage
Ability to lead an enthusiastic and international sales team
Strong commercial and analytical mindset
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Experience using CRM systems and managing sales pipelines
Experience working across markets or in international environments is a plus
Personal Attributes
Proactive, results-oriented, and self-driven
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust quickly
Structured and disciplined in managing priorities and pipeline
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Delivery of revenue from new customers
Demonstrated cross-selling across multiple parts of the company
Clear contribution to geographic and segment expansion
Strong, sustainable relationships with key clients and partners
High level of collaboration across the organisation
Apply or Learn More
If you are motivated by driving new business, building relationships, and contributing to the development of a leading European company, we would be pleased to hear from you.
For more information or to express your interest, please contact Natalie Davies at natalie@ryleon.com.
Protecting what matters – our customers’ products and the world we live in.
