Job Title: Business Development Manager Printing & Publishing

Location: Bangalore with regional travel

Experience Required: 6–8 years

Industry: Printing, Packaging, Publishing

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth across South India’s printing and publishing market. The role involves acquiring new clients, managing key accounts, and expanding business in commercial printing, educational publishing, packaging, and corporate print solutions. The candidate should have robust regional market knowledge and existing industry connections.

Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop current business prospects across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Build relationships with publishers, educational institutions.
Drive sales for Book printing (offset & digital )
Generate leads through field visits, industry networks, and local trade events
Understand client requirements and provide cost-effective, high-quality print solutions
Coordinate with production, logistics, and design teams to ensure timely execution
Manage key accounts and ensure repeat business
Track competitor activity and regional pricing trends
Maintain sales pipeline, MIS reports, and revenue forecasts

Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Printing Technology,



or related field
Proven experience in printing, publishing, or packaging sales in South India
Established network with publishers, printers, or institutional buyers in the region
Willingness to travel extensively across South India
Strong communication skills in English + at least one regional language (Kannada / Tamil / Malayalam)
Excellent MS office operating skills

Preferred Skills
Solid understanding of offset printing, digital printing, binding, and finishing processes
Experience handling educational publishers, textbook printing, or government tenders
Knowledge of paper procurement, costing, and print production cycles
Familiarity with ERP/CRM tools for sales tracking
Ability to handle large-volume and time-sensitive print projects

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Regional revenue growth and new client acquisition
Conversion rate and deal closure cycle time
Client retention and repeat business
Achievement of monthly/quarterly sales targets
Expansion into new markets within South India

Note: Candidates with prior experience in textbook printing, packaging exports, or working with South India-based publishers and print houses will be highly preferred.

📌 Business Development Manager Printing & Publishing Bengaluru (India)
🏢 Repro
📍 India