Kaizen Global
Glass & Rigid Plastic Packaging | Pharma, Health & Lifestyle Markets
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced
European Business Development Manager
to join a well‑established, innovation‑led
packaging manufacturer and supply partner
serving regulated and non‑regulated markets across Europe.
Must speak fluent English & German. Must have experience selling Packaging.
This role will suit a
true new‑business hunter
who thrives on opening doors, winning new accounts, and building long‑term commercial partnerships across
pharma, health & wellbeing, lifestyle, and controlled‑substance sectors . You will inherit accounts however will predominantly be expected to win new business.
The Role Operating across a defined
European territory , you will be responsible for growing the current accounts whilst simultaneously identifying, securing, and developing new business opportunities for a broad portfolio of
glass and rigid plastic packaging solutions , including
bottles, jars, closures, dispensers, and associated components .
The business combines
in‑house manufacturing capability
with a strong
stockholding and supply model , allowing you to offer customers flexibility, speed to market, and scalable solutions.
Grow current accounts already established on the European mainland
Proactively identify and win
new business opportunities
across European markets
Act as a
hunter , focused on opening new accounts before developing and growing them
Sell a comprehensive range of
glass and rigid plastic packaging solutions
Build trusted relationships with key decision‑makers in:
Pharmaceutical
Lifestyle & fragrance
Controlled substances (e‑liquid, medicinal cannabis)
Understand customer supply‑chain challenges and position manufacturing and stock solutions accordingly
Conduct market and competitor analysis to uncover growth opportunities
Collaborate closely with internal technical, operations, and supply‑chain teams
Prepare and deliver professional proposals, presentations, and commercial agreements
Represent the business at customer meetings, exhibitions, and industry events
Proven experience in business development within packaging
(glass and/or rigid plastics)
Background with a manufacturer, stockist, or hybrid supply business
highly advantageous
Demonstrated success in winning new business
across European markets
Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and communication skills
Confident working autonomously across multiple countries
Comfortable selling into
regulated markets
Willingness to travel across Europe (approx.
50% )
CRM experience (e.g. Salesforce) beneficial
You’ll be joining a business built on
integrity, responsibility, collaboration, and innovation , with a strong team ethos and a customer‑first mindset. The organisation prides itself on being a
trusted long‑term partner , offering agile, high‑quality packaging and supply‑chain solutions to global healthcare and lifestyle brands.
Attractive benefits package
Long‑term career progression within a growing European business with the opportunity to grow your own team in the future if successful
If you are a
European Business Development Manager
with a passion for winning new business and delivering packaging solutions across
glass and rigid plastics , this is an excellent opportunity to make a real commercial impact.
Apply or message for a confidential discussion.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Sales and Business Development. Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing.
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European Business Development Manager
to join a well‑established, innovation‑led
packaging manufacturer and supply partner
serving regulated and non‑regulated markets across Europe.
Must speak fluent English & German. Must have experience selling Packaging.
This role will suit a
true new‑business hunter
who thrives on opening doors, winning new accounts, and building long‑term commercial partnerships across
pharma, health & wellbeing, lifestyle, and controlled‑substance sectors . You will inherit accounts however will predominantly be expected to win new business.
The Role Operating across a defined
European territory , you will be responsible for growing the current accounts whilst simultaneously identifying, securing, and developing new business opportunities for a broad portfolio of
glass and rigid plastic packaging solutions , including
bottles, jars, closures, dispensers, and associated components .
The business combines
in‑house manufacturing capability
with a strong
stockholding and supply model , allowing you to offer customers flexibility, speed to market, and scalable solutions.
Grow current accounts already established on the European mainland
Proactively identify and win
new business opportunities
across European markets
Act as a
hunter , focused on opening new accounts before developing and growing them
Sell a comprehensive range of
glass and rigid plastic packaging solutions
Build trusted relationships with key decision‑makers in:
Pharmaceutical
Lifestyle & fragrance
Controlled substances (e‑liquid, medicinal cannabis)
Understand customer supply‑chain challenges and position manufacturing and stock solutions accordingly
Conduct market and competitor analysis to uncover growth opportunities
Collaborate closely with internal technical, operations, and supply‑chain teams
Prepare and deliver professional proposals, presentations, and commercial agreements
Represent the business at customer meetings, exhibitions, and industry events
Proven experience in business development within packaging
(glass and/or rigid plastics)
Background with a manufacturer, stockist, or hybrid supply business
highly advantageous
Demonstrated success in winning new business
across European markets
Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and communication skills
Confident working autonomously across multiple countries
Comfortable selling into
regulated markets
Willingness to travel across Europe (approx.
50% )
CRM experience (e.g. Salesforce) beneficial
You’ll be joining a business built on
integrity, responsibility, collaboration, and innovation , with a strong team ethos and a customer‑first mindset. The organisation prides itself on being a
trusted long‑term partner , offering agile, high‑quality packaging and supply‑chain solutions to global healthcare and lifestyle brands.
Attractive benefits package
Long‑term career progression within a growing European business with the opportunity to grow your own team in the future if successful
If you are a
European Business Development Manager
with a passion for winning new business and delivering packaging solutions across
glass and rigid plastics , this is an excellent opportunity to make a real commercial impact.
Apply or message for a confidential discussion.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Sales and Business Development. Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing.
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