Manager Business Development

Roles and responsibilities

As a proactive Sales Representative at Plastic Bank, your primary mission will be to cultivate new partnerships through outreach to B2B prospects. You will focus on generating interest in our sustainable plastic solutions, identifying opportunities across diverse industries such as consumer goods, packaging, and retail. By leveraging your expertise in sales and relationship building, you'll help organizations align with our vision of a sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will involve identifying, qualifying, and closing opportunities that can significantly benefit from our innovative solutions. You will take the initiative to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers, ensuring that you develop a robust sales pipeline. Consistently exceeding targets will be a hallmark of your work ethic, driven by a passion for sustainability and a commitment to making a positive impact.

You will engage in thorough research to identify prospects that resonate with Plastic Bank’s mission. Personalizing your outreach efforts will be crucial, as you'll tailor your messaging to align with each prospect’s sustainability goals. This approach will not only enhance your outreach effectiveness but also foster a deeper connection with potential partners.

This position is based in the EMEA region, offering an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on sustainability initiatives across diverse markets. Join us at Plastic Bank and be part of a mission to turn the tide on plastic waste while driving business growth.

Desired candidate profile

Who You Are

Self-Starter with an Entrepreneurial Mindset: You thrive in independent settings and are motivated by achieving results. Your proactive nature and initiative will help you exceed sales targets and contribute meaningfully to the company’s growth.

Proven Track Record in Sales: Whether through outbound sales, business development, or a related field, your experience demonstrates a strong ability to drive results. Familiarity with sustainability, the circular economy, or social enterprises is an added advantage that will enhance your effectiveness in this role.

Sales Enthusiast: The challenge of outbound sales excites you, and you genuinely enjoy building relationships that lead to meaningful business outcomes. Your passion for sales drives your ambition to connect with prospects and create value through partnership.

Stakeholder Management: You possess the confidence to engage with various internal and external stakeholders, including C-Suite executives and teams from CSR, R&D, Marketing, Procurement, and Legal departments. Your interpersonal skills will be instrumental in navigating these complex relationships.

Lifelong Learner: Your natural curiosity compels you to continually develop your skills. Whether through reading, coursework, or formal sales training, you actively seek opportunities to enhance your knowledge and expertise.

Fluency in English: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential for articulating our value proposition and fostering engaging dialogues with prospects.