Business Development Manager - Pacific Northwest (Seattle, WA)

Business Development Manager – Pacific Northwest (Seattle, WA)

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to maintain and grow our business across retail stores throughout Washington, with a primary focus on the greater Seattle area. Experience in novelty, gift, or similar retail sales is strongly preferred.

This role is responsible for all sales functions within an assigned territory, including developing new business, managing existing customer relationships, and delivering excellent customer service.

Essential Functions

• Secure orders from existing and prospective customers through in-person visits and phone communication.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to quote on customer requirements.
• Follow up on submitted quotations via phone and/or in-person visits.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with key customer contacts, including purchasing, quality assurance, management, and other decision-makers.
• Perform all assigned duties within the designated sales territory (WA, with potential support in Northern OR).
• Provide weekly call reports and activity updates to the VP of Sales.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other directly related duties as assigned by the VP of Sales.
• Keep management informed of competitive activity, market conditions, and progress toward established sales goals.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of field sales experience, preferably in novelty, gift, or a comparable retail industry.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and strong time-management skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively by car throughout the Washington region.
• Proven record of independence and success in a sales environment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Compensation

• Base salary: $45,000 – $60,000 per year, depending on experience
• Travel allowance: $600 per month to support regional travel requirements

Job Type

Full-Time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Designer Greetings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road