Business Development Manager (Greeting Cards and Gifting)
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Business Development Manager Independent Sales (Greeting Cards & Gifting)
- York - Ideally based in North Yorkshire (with regular national travel)
- Competitive salary company car bonus excellent benefits
Join one of the UKs most recognised and trusted brands in greeting cards and gifting.
Were looking for a proactive and commercially astute Business Development Manager to join our Independent Sales Division at UK Greetings.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established respected brand that retailers know and love - giving you a strong platform to open doors create opportunities and drive lasting business growth.
The role
As Business Development Manager youll be responsible for driving new business across the UKs independent retail and garden centre market - combining national reach with hands-on relationship-led selling.
Youll lead a small regional team develop commercial opportunities and represent a brand thats synonymous with quality creativity and reliability.
What youll do
- Identify and win new business with independent retailers garden centres and multi-site groups.
- Present high-impact proposals to retail buyers and decision-makers.
- Create and deliver sales strategies that drive growth and market share.
- Lead and develop two Sales Executives guiding them to achieve ambitious regional targets.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and account success.
- Provide feedback and insight to shape future commercial strategy.
What youll bring
- A proven track record in new business sales or business development.
- Strong retail sales experience ideally buyer-facing.
- Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
- Confidence presenting to senior stakeholders and influencing decisions.
- Experience coaching or leading others within a sales environment.
- A consistent career history showing commitment and long-term growth.
- A proactive goal-driven approach and the flexibility to travel nationally.
Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team:
Who we are
UK Greetings is one of the UKs leading greeting card publishers supplying retailers of every size - from boutique independents to major high-street names. Were a well-loved creative and collaborative brand thats been helping people connect and celebrate for decades.
Youll be joining a company thats big enough to open doors but personal enough to value your contribution - a brand that gives your sales skills genuine weight and credibility in the market.
What we offer
- Company car for national travel
- Performance-related bonus
- Employee benefits platform
- Staff shop
- Online Doctor & Employee Assistance Programme
- Leadership Development Programme
- Employee recognition & referral schemes
and a culture that rewards drive ambition and long-term success.
Ready to represent a respected brand and take your career further
Apply today and take the next step with a well-loved brand that opens doors and rewards achievement.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Marketing
- Cold Calling
- Account Management
- Territory Management
- Salesforce
- Affiliate Marketing
- CRM Software
- negotiation
- Lead Generation
About Company
UK Greetings is a market leading publisher of greeting cards and gift dressings. Supplying product for every occasion to retailers throughout the UK.
