Business Development Manager - Professional Sports Garments

Overview

An innovative, market-leading manufacturer and supplier of print technology & consumable is seeking a Business Development Manager to join the business in a brand-new role. This is a rare opportunity to join a premium, globally recognised brand operating at the cutting edge of the textile, sports, fashion and workwear markets, supplying products to international sports teams and major global brands in the UK and US.

This role is focused on new business growth and maximising existing and lapsed accounts through strategic relationship building and market development.

• Identify, target and secure new business opportunities within the textile, apparel, sports, fashion and workwear sectors.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with customers and act as a trusted advisor.
• Promote and sell premium print solutions in line with customer requirements.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity and emerging market opportunities.
• Work closely with internal teams including marketing and product development to deliver outstanding customer solutions.

• Around 5+ years of experience in business development, sales or account management.
• A valid UK driver’s licence with no more than 6 points.
• A proven track record of winning and growing business.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Flexibility to travel nationally as part of a field-based role.

Field-based role with travel across the UK and approximately one day per month on-site at the office in the South of the UK. Clients are primarily based across the Midlands, with national coverage. Ideally within 1 hour of the Midlands; not based south of Basingstoke or north of York, though exceptional experience may allow for flexibility.

Competitive basic salary plus performance-based commission, comprehensive training and development, clear progression opportunities within a global brand, access to high-quality premium products with an excellent industry reputation, a supportive and innovative working environment, and opportunities to collaborate and network internationally within the wider group.

This is a unique opportunity to join a business in a newly created role, offering genuine scope to shape the position, work with premium products customers are happy to buy, and contribute to an innovation-led organisation where new ideas and market-driven product development are actively encouraged. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.

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