Business Development Manager Programme

The Opportunity

At Kite Packaging, we're committed to developing the next generation of sales professionals. Our Business Development Manager Programme is designed for ambitious individuals with a passion for sales who are looking to build a long-term career in field sales within an entrepreneurial, employee-owned business.

Since 2001, Kite Packaging has grown into one of the UK's leading packaging distributors, and our Business Development Manager Programme plays an important role in developing the talented people who help drive that success.

Over an 18 to 24-month period, participants complete a structured development programme, gaining practical experience across a wide range of sales functions. Combining hands-on learning with expert coaching and mentoring, the programme equips individuals with the skills, knowledge and confidence to progress into Business Development Manager roles.

Who is the programme for

We're looking for ambitious, driven individuals who:

• Have experience working in a customer-facing environment.
• Are highly self-motivated with a strong desire to succeed.
• Can effectively manage their own workload and priorities.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enjoy working towards targets and delivering results.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Are willing to work from their local Kite Regional Distribution Centre.

Programme Locations

The programme operates from a number of our Regional Distribution Centres, including:

• Coventry RDC (Midlands)
• Gateshead RDC (North East and Scotland)
• Letchworth RDC (South East)
• Manchester RDC (North West)
• Rotherham RDC (Northern)
• Portsmouth RDC (South Coast)
• Sittingbourne RDC (South East)
• Swindon RDC (South West, Thames Valley & South Wales)

Current opportunities are available in areas including:

• Letchworth RDC (South East)
• Manchester RDC (North West)
• Swindon RDC (South West, Thames Valley & South Wales)
• Portsmouth RDC (South Coast)

What you'll receive

Participants benefit from a competitive rewards package, including:

• Competitive salary.
• Performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Company car or car allowance with business mileage.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.
• 22 days holiday rising to 25 (plus 8 bank holidays and option to buy/sell up to 3 days)
• The opportunity to become a shareholder in our employee-owned business after six months' service.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including 9% pension, life insurance, healthcare plan, electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme

Build your career with Kite

If you're looking to develop a successful career in field sales with a company that invests in its people, our Business Development Manager Programme provides the training, support and opportunities to help you succeed.

To apply, please send a covering letter and CV together for the attention of Joey Turner to: aimhigh@kitepackaging.co.uk