Business Development Manager (Greeting Cards and Gifting)

We are seeking a driven and dynamic Business Development Manager to join our Independent Sales Division. The successful candidate will ideally be based in North Yorkshire but will be required to travel nationally on a regular basis. Reporting directly to the Field Sales Director, this pivotal role combines winning new business with Regional Sales Leadership making it an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales professional.

As Business Development Manager, you will:

• Identify and secure New Business opportunities within the Independent Retail and Garden Centre market.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with decision-makers, from single-site retailers to multi-site operators.
• Present compelling Commercial Proposals that demonstrate our market-leading Product Range, Display Solutions and Customer Service .
• Lead, Coach, and Develop two Sales Executives, acting as their Regional Manager to ensure consistent performance and Professional Growth.
• Work closely with Internal Teams to ensure seamless onboarding and long-term account success.
• Consistently deliver against ambitious New Business and Team Sales Targets.

About you:

We are looking for a proven sales professional with a strong track record of winning New Business and converting prospects into long-term customers. You will also have experience of Managing or Coaching others, with the ability to Inspire, Motivate, and Lead by Example.

You will also demonstrate:

• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Strong presentation and communication abilities.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating with wider teams.
• Willingness to travel nationally as required.

Our Independent Sales team work hard to build strong relationships with our retailers, ensuring their product selection is the best it can be, and helping them generate sales.

UK Greetings is one of the UK’s leading greeting card publishers, supplying a wide range of high-quality Cards, Gift Dressings and Partyware. With a reputation for excellence, innovation, and customer support, we are trusted by thousands of retailers across the UK and ROI from small Independent retailors to the leading Grocers.

Fast paced, demanding, but very rewarding, a career with the UK Greetings Sales Team is something to be proud of! 

Here at UK Greetings we take pride in being an inclusive and diverse employer - we are dedicated and committed to building a culture where difference is valued and everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work regardless of their background.

Among the great benefits of working at UK Greetings are:

• Company Car
• Bonus
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff shop
• Pension Scheme
• Online Doctor and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 
• Leadership Development Programme
• Employee Recognition scheme
   

If you feel like the role ticks all the right boxes and you would love to be part of a talented team, you’re in the right place!