Business Development Manager

Our client, established for 130 years, is one of the UK’s leading print & packaging specialists, boasting a list of the nation’s most recognisable household names among its clients who employ their expertise mainly across the PPE, Vitamin and Homecare markets. Behind their success lies not only a highly dedicated and experienced workforce but also an enviable range of machinery encompassing multi colour sheet fed lithographic, reel feed flexographic, rotary screen/letterpress combination.

Following a significant recent investment in brand new capital equipment, they now seek to appoint a Business Development Manager to generate new business across the Central Belt and Borders region, promoting their expertise in Flexographic, Lithographic and Digital printing.

You will report directly into the Operations Director.

Your responsibilities as Business Development Manager will include:

* Pursuing new business opportunities across Reel, Lithographic, Printing, Labels, Packaging and Brochures

* Developing relationships with prospective clients

* Driving sales growth

* Managing and nurturing existing accounts

* Managing the sales pipeline efficiently

* Collaborating closely with production colleagues to ensure effective service delivery

As Business Development Manager you will need:

* A proven track record within print and packaging sales

* (or) Sales experience gained in the confectionery/drinks market

* A consistent track record of meeting sales targets

* Proficiency in the use of CRM systems and/or sales software

Rewards & benefits:

* Basic salary £35000 to £60000 (based on experience)

* Quarterly performance-related bonus

* Car allowance (on successful completion of probation)

* 28 days holiday pa (including bank holidays), rising to 34 days with service

* Auto-enrolment pension

* Prospects to Sales Director level

To maximise pay/rewards, you must possess all outlined experience, skills, knowledge and experience.

Please note: High levels of interest mean we will only contact you if your application is shortlisted and this will happen within five working days. You must also be eligible to work in the UK