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At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

1. Job Overview

The Business Development Manager – RSD will be responsible for new account acquisition (hunting activities) focusing on Small, Mid-sized, and Large accounts. The incumbent will be executing on leads from the lead generation roles in marketing as well as be responsible for identifying key prospects, contacting decision makers and arranging business meetings to understand and assess customer needs. They will use their strong understanding of the packaging process to promote Amcor’s products that will address customer needs. The BDM will provide leadership and technical expertise and translate gaps and needs of brand-owners and co-packers into actionable strategies. This work will generate new revenue and profit by offering product and service solutions to targeted prospects. This position will be market / customer facing and will be responsible for executing Business Development strategies and closing new customer deals.

2. Principal Accountabilities

Business Development Strategy

Develop a strategic approach to create engagement and win new businessDevelop business plans including, but not limited to financial analysis, competitive analysis and value proposition

Drive for results

Deliver revenue growth and generate profit from direct penetration of new accountsProspect for new customers and drive new business opportunities aligned with Amcor portfolio

Market research

Translate research conclusions into actionable business concepts and plans for broader review and discussionUnderstand market trends, drivers & dynamics - work to promote new products and gain exposure within target marketsCollaborate closely with Marketing (e.g. Lead Generation)Serve as subject matter expert assisting the Marketing Team for market sizing, market trends and dynamics, and competitive analysis

Relationship Management

Build a strong external network consisting of key influencers and collaborators within the industry with a specific focus on co-packers, machine suppliers, OEMs, industry associations, and senior decision makers at targeted accountsManage strategic customer relationships and effectively negotiate business dealsSeek out the appropriate contact within the new business opportunity and generate leads, cold calling prospective customers where necessaryFoster and develop initial business relationships with new customers / prospects’ key contactsManage cross-functional relationships to create business development strategies as well as support the commercialization and onboarding process with other key areas (both internal and external)

Cross functional

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the development and implementation of defined strategy (technology, product management, commercial) for the market and targeted segmentsForesee the implementation of NBO and effective onboarding until the Purchase Order is industrialized and invoicedPartner with Account Managers to hand off new customer accounts and transition them to the stable accounts (e.g. account handover is deliberately processed in order to guarantee a smooth account continuity)Maintain effective relationships with customer service, pricing, marketing, R&D, graphics, demand planning, talent recruiting team and sales 

3. Job context

Challenges & Complexities

Ability to work independently with minimum of supervision, e.g. identifying contacts, managing cold callsAbility to juggle several prospects/projects at once

Internal Relationships

ManagementMarketingCommercial ExcellenceOperations and R&DPricingFinanceCustomer Service

External Relationships

Customers

Expected Travel

Travel is estimated at 65% - As needed based on customer activity and prospects

Physical Conditions (will need to apply local legislative requirements)

E.g. ARP: American with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Additional Regional, BG, Country specific (will need to apply local legislative requirements)

E.g. ARP: Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHS&E) Responsibilities & Authority

4. Job Dimensions & Performance Indicators

Key deliverables and performance indicator

Lead pipeline (generation through qualification)Revenue growth by new account acquisitionSales Funnel metrics (e.g. Pipeline velocity, Funnel yield, Prospect yield)Profit margin

5. Competencies

5.1 Amcor Leadership Framework

Leadership

All Leadership competencies are relevant especially the following key competencies for the role:

Customer FocusSet priorities & Drive results (plans and aligns)

5.2. Functional Competencies

Confident and driven Business Development Manager who is highly resilient, adaptable and embracing change. A BDM that is highly motivated by achievement, competition and social contact. A focused collaborator that possesses a high level of energy and passion for growth.

Effective networking, making contact, prospecting, “cold” callingCustomer needs clarificationAnalyzing and resolving customer problemsSales opportunities creationSell customer propositionsClosing the sale

6. Qualifications/Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Bus or ScienceMaster’s preferred

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in working in a large scale B2B environment5-8 years’ experience in developing industry value assessment and executing on strategic business development and growth opportunitiesProven track record of successful business development and commercial success in B2B environmentExperience with negotiations; strong influencing and persuasion skills

Knowledge

Technically adeptPossess a detailed knowledge of Amcor, the products, the industry and competitive marketGood working knowledge of the rigid packaging space (bottles, containers, closures, fitments) including products manufactured via EBM, IBM, ISBM and injection molding. 

Skills

Language: English, and French preferred but not required.

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Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links  "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Compensation

Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

•Medical, dental and vision plans

•Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

•Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location

•Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

•Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

•Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available

•Paid Parental Leave

•Retirement Savings Plan with company match

•Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

•Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)