Business Development Executive – Shanghai

Shanghai – Full-time

Are you passionate about building relationships and driving business growth? Join Lomography as a B2B Sales Specialist and play a pivotal role in expanding our presence in Central, Northern, and Southern China.

ABOUT US

Lomography is a globally active organization dedicated to experimental and creative analogue photography. Originally established in 1992 by a group of offbeat students as an arts movement, but fuelled by fiery passion and burning curiosity, the Lomographic Society soon grew into an international venture.

Our snapshots are characterized by vibrant colours, surprise effects and pure spontaneity. We have over a million creative members across the world and invite you to let loose, ignite your inspiration and to catapult your shots around the globe through our online platform. Whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned pro, everyone can harness the photographic power to create something incredible. Don’t think – just shoot!

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop and grow B2B sales of Lomography in regions surrounding the assigned city, including Central, Northern, and Southern China.
  • Focus on lead generation by building and maintaining a strong pipeline of potential clients across various channels, actively contacting and developing new business
  • Committed to closing deals, establishing new client accounts through initial visits, negotiating terms, and overseeing contract signing.
  • Create strong retail presentations in high profile lifestyle, fashion, design and museum stores.
  • Establish strong partnerships with the market leading professional photography-related retailers, dealers or distributors.
  • Provide timely support to clients, ensuring satisfaction and fostering loyalty.
  • Maintain established client relationships, track and continually improve sell through to ensure regular and growing re-orders.
  • Regular analysis, reporting and communication with general management, regional management and HQ.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in sales, business development, or a similar role, preferably in the specified city.
  • Strong understanding of the local market and customer needs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to travel within the assigned region as needed.
  • Passion and/or knowledge in photography is preferred
  • Fluent in Mandarin and English
EMPLOYMENT
  • Full-time
  • Start date: as soon as possible
  • Location: Shanghai (physical presence is required at the local office)

Interested? Email your CV and cover letter to [email protected], with subject heading: APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE – SHANGHAI – NAME

  • Shanghai, China

    Shanghai, the most globalized and most populated city in China. More than 24 million people create a vivid and fascinating lifestyle here. You can find historical buildings dating back to the emperor dynasties, alongside one of the tallest modern buildings in the world. Apart from the combination of tradition and modernity, the interesting mix between western and eastern cultures is shaped by the people living here. Near our office you can find an indoor basketball court, tennis court and even a climbing wall. Why not enjoy a training session after work!

  • What we do at Lomography

    We’re committed to keeping analogue alive and helping our international Community capture the curious world we live in. We offer an ever-expanding range of experimental analogue goodies including innovative films, cameras, instant products, lenses & photographic accessories on our Online Shop and through a global network of retail partners. In addition to selling analogue gear, we publish daily tipsters, tutorials and interviews in our online Lomography Magazine and host a Community Site where Community members can upload their images and interact with over 1 million fellow Lomographers worldwide.

  • What we stand for

    The Lomographic Society International is a globally-active organization dedicated to analogue, experimental and creative photography. Our team comes together from all over the world and we are all different. It’s really important to us that everybody feels welcome at Lomography. We think diversity is a strength and inclusion should be meaningful in order to provide equal opportunities for everyone.

  • What working at Lomography is like

    We offer jobs in various departments with quick promotion opportunities and a wide range of benefits, not least access to all the fun Lomography gear you could ever dream of! English is our working language amongst a friendly team comprising over 15 different nationalities – everyone has a place at Lomography! Each of us brings something new to the team and we all share a common passion for photography. Every career path is unique and offers the opportunity to gain new perspectives and knowledge.

  • Where can you find us?

    With our HQ in Vienna and subsidiaries located in London, Paris, New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Manila – you can choose the destination of your dreams. We're happy to help you when relocating to any of the places that you’re drawn to and wherever you end up, our international team works together so you will be able to engage with colleagues and Community members from all around the world.

  • How do you apply

    Don’t be shy! Browse through our job postings and feel free to tell us all about your passions, strengths and experiences. Feel free to share your photos with us if you are an analogue enthusiast or any other creative project that you think we might find interesting. Let us know why you want to contribute to Lomography’s legacy and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We’ll aim to get back to you within one week with our feedback!

  • Which team fits you

    We have several different in-house departments including marketing, design, programming, copywriting, product development, finance and administration. We strongly believe in training talents in all areas and you will definitely learn something new at Lomography. Rest assured: we will find a department that fits your ambitions!

  • What the hell is Lomography?

    Established in Vienna in 1992 as an artistic movement – fuelled by fiery passion and burning curiosity – today, Lomography designs, manufactures and distributes analogue cameras and accessories to photographers around the world. We are a creative and globally present company with our headquarters located in Vienna, along with various subsidiaries all over the world.

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Still haven’t found what you’re looking for?

Don’t worry, Lomography is always on the lookout for motivated people to join our team. Send your resume to [email protected] and let us know what role you’d be interested in.