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Business Development Manager, Melbourne CBD & Inner SuburbsAdd expected salary to your profile for insightsBusiness Development Manager - Melbourne CBD and Inner SuburbsA positive Greeting Card and Gift Packaging company with a collaborative team environmentGrowing Financially Strong BusinessProfessional Fast Paced EnvironmentCompetitive Salary Package - Fully Maintained Company Car, Laptop, iPhone and iPadHead Office - Based in MelbourneBusiness hours - Monday to Friday - 9am - 5.30pmWho are we?Simson is one of Australia''s top 4 direct-to-retail Greeting Card and Packaging Publishers. It has been a market leader in greeting card and gift packaging innovation for over 40 years and is the winner of over 30 Australian and International Design Awards.Simson has developed a strong product-based business in over 1500 retail stores, including significant exposure within David Jones and Myer department stores.Dont judge us by our website, it is rubbish. Judge us by the beautiful products we give to people.What do we Offer?Dynamic Business Development role within Melbourne CBD and inner suburbsSupportive managementFully maintained vehicle, iPhone, laptop, iPadHead Office Based in Melbourne to support youBe part of a very successful and financially stable companyWhat do we Need?We are seeking a Business Development Manager who can grow existing accounts and seek new business for Melbourne CBD and inner suburbs.You will need to be a strong leader, managing a team of In Store Merchandisers who report to you and contribute to your region''s success!You need to be passionate about our product, understand consumer needs, and be aware of the changing FMCG environment.This role requires a proactive approach with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-moving consumer goods company with seasonal deadlines.Experience in Greeting Cards, Cosmetics, Fashion Industries, or direct selling will be highly regarded.If you currently work in retail and prefer a role without weekend work, this may be suitable for you!What will be your Skill set?Initiate and increase sales profitably.Lead, manage, and develop In Store Merchandisers.Source and secure new retail business meeting company targets.Drive sales in existing accounts to meet financial forecasts without exceeding budgets.Negotiate effectively with retailers in a competitive marketplace.Work independently as needed.Minimum 5 years'' design and product experience in FMCG; this is not a graduate role.Have the right to work in Australia beyond 2 years.Flexibility:This position is field-based; regular visits to Head Office are not required.Reports directly to the State Sales Manager, Victoria and Tasmania.All applications will be treated in strict confidence.www.simsoncards.com.au #J-18808-Ljbffr