
Business Development Manager - B2 / Digital Print
- West Midlands
- Permanent
- Full-time
The ideal candidate will have strong industry knowledge, a proven track record in B2B sales, and the ability to develop and execute growth strategies in a competitive print market.Key Responsibilities
- New Business Acquisition: Identify and target potential clients in industries such as retail, publishing, manufacturing, and advertising agencies.
- Client Relationship Management: Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers to generate repeat business.
- Sales Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement effective sales strategies aligned with company goals.
- Market Research: Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the lithographic and digital printing sector.
- Proposal Development: Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, quotations, and tenders tailored to client needs.
- Negotiation & Closing: Negotiate contracts and agreements that maximize profitability while ensuring client satisfaction.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with production, design, and customer service teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Performance Reporting: Provide regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and performance reports to senior management.
- Proven track record in business development or sales within the printing industry and ability to deliver sales immediately.
- Strong network of industry contacts and knowledge of commercial print buying processes.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts simultaneously.
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
- Knowledge of print production processes, paper stocks, and finishing techniques.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for achieving sales targets.