Wholesale Manager/Business Developer – Philippines

Lomography; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Immediate start

Job summary

Lomography is seeking a Wholesale Manager/Business Developer to drive growth by identifying wholesale opportunities and expanding our market presence in the Philippines and Asia Pacific. You will manage accounts, negotiate deals, and execute sales strategies with strong relationship-building and analytical skills.

Join a global community of analogue photography enthusiasts. This onsite role in Makati offers opportunities for growth, collaboration with marketing, and the chance to contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in wholesale business development, preferably in the camera industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English and local languages applicable to the Philippines market.
• Analytical and strategic thinking with ability to set measurable goals.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new wholesale accounts to grow revenue.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing wholesale customers.
• Plan and execute sales strategies to meet targets.
• Conduct market research and analyze trends for informed decisions.
• Collaborate with marketing to support wholesale customers.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals with key decision-makers.
• Monitor performance and prepare regular sales reports.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Sales closing

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Wholesale Manager / Business Developer will be responsible for driving business growth by identifying and developing new wholesale opportunities, managing existing accounts, and expanding the company's market presence in Philippines. This role involves strategic planning, relationship building, negotiating and closing business deals, and sales execution to achieve revenue targets.

About Lomography

At Lomography, we're not just another company - we're a globally active organization dedicated to experimental and creative analogue photography. What started as an art movement by a group of offbeat students in 1992 has evolved into an international company fuelled by passion and curiosity. We develop, market, and distribute our products worldwide, reaching millions of photography enthusiasts through our photo stores, design stores, museums, online platforms, and events.

About The Job

As a Business Developer, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities for Lomography in Philippines and/or other markets in Asia Pacific. To succeed in this role, you need to be a persuasive person with a driving force for closing deals, developing new sales channels, building relationships, identifying market trends, developing and executing strategies accordingly, counterbalanced by your mad love for analogue photography and creativity!

You will have the opportunity to connect with a global community of millions of photography enthusiasts, artists, and creatives. As part of our young, dynamic and international team, you will have excellent professional and personal development opportunities. You will have the opportunity to navigate and experience the exciting and rapidly evolving business environment of Asia!

Key Responsibilities

• Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and analyze market trends to inform strategic decisions.
• New Business Development: Proactively research and identify new potential wholesale accounts, build a pipeline of new leads, and establish relationships with key decision-makers.
• Account Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing wholesale customers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Visual Merchandising: Ensure excellent brand/product presentation in retail.
• Sales Strategy and Execution: Design and execute effective sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets, including negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Product Portfolio Management: Manage and optimize the product portfolio to meet customer needs and market demands.
• Marketing: Collaborate with the marketing team to provide marketing support to our wholesale customers.
• Competitor Analysis: Stay informed about competitors' activities and market positioning to maintain a competitive edge.
• Reporting and Performance Analysis: Proactively prepare regular sales reports and analyze performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience in wholesale business development, or a related field, preferably in the camera industry.
• Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, effective sales closing techniques and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English and local languages is essential.
• Analytical and Strategic Skills: Ability to dive into data, analyze, strategize and set measurable goals.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of Lomography and Analogue Photography is an advantage
• Travel: Occasional travel if required.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Location: Makati, Manila (onsite setup)

What's Offered

• Full-Time Employment
• Immediately available for hiring
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• This role requires a highly motivated and results-driven individual with a strong understanding of the wholesale industry in Philippines. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of achieving sales targets and building strong customer relationships.