Newly created role with real ownership.
About Our Client Known for their collaborative culture and long-standing industry relationships, our client are the exclusive provider of key printing and packaging machinery in their space, complemented by a strong consumables offering.
The packaging division alone represents a significant and growing revenue stream, with a clear focus on flexible packaging solutions including films and plastics.
Job Description Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you will play a critical role in expanding market share and strengthening client relationships across QLD and NZ.
Key responsibilities include: Develop and execute a strategic sales plan across flexible packaging and associated machinery Identify, pursue, and convert recent business opportunities within key industrial and manufacturing sectors Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, building deep, long-term relationships Work closely with internal stakeholders to deliver tailored, solution-based offerings Transition newly won clients into long-term partnerships, including structured account handovers Represent the business in a highly consultative manner,



positioning yourself as a trusted advisor Travel regularly across QLD and New Zealand to meet with customers and build pipeline The Successful Applicant To be successful in this role, you will bring: Proven experience in business development and/or account management within packaging, print, or industrial sectors Strong exposure to flexible packaging (films, plastics) - highly regarded; rigid/cardboard backgrounds less relevant Ability to think strategically about customer growth and long-term value creation A natural strength in relationship building and stakeholder engagement Commercial acumen with strong negotiation and influencing skills Background in print, finishing, or packaging machinery advantageous A proactive, self-driven approach with the ability to operate autonomously Willingness to travel frequently across QLD and NZ What's on Offer Base salary of $110,000 - $130,000 + Super + $20,000 OTE + Car Allowance Opportunity to shape and own a newly created role with genuine career progression Work within a collaborative, family-run business with strong values and leadership Exposure to a diverse portfolio across packaging and machinery solutions Autonomy, flexibility, and the ability to make a tangible commercial impact If you are an ambitious and motivated Business Development Manager looking to advance your career in the packaging industry, we encourage you to apply!

📌 Business Development Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Queensland