This profitable business is part of a licensed network of print on demand businesses across the UK, focussed on servicing the SME market. The brand is nationally recognised, having been founded in 1971.
The business is close to a city centre and has a substantial footprint in the region as a result of the work put in over 50 years. Although the business was started in the 1970s, it was purchased by the current owners in 2009. After 17 years, they now wish to retire.
Ongoing commercial and marketing support is provided by a small dedicated head office team. There are opportunities to work with preferred suppliers who know the network well, although business owners are free to make their own procurement decisions. The network is able to share best practice, as well as source low cost print capabilities from each other.
Although the business has good turnover, there is significant room for development since the owner has not actively marketed recently. The business has a great reputation for fast turnaround, good quality and high levels of customer service. Clients are sourced from a variety of sectors and geographical locations, with no over reliance on one customer.
The business needs a new hands on owner who brings entrepreneurial flair, a drive to attract new customers and a serious determination to succeed. Training can be provided by other experienced owners in the network, so experience in the print and design sector is not necessary.
Typically, an owner in this sector will manage a small team of customer facing and production personnel, whilst developing client relationships as the face of the business. A variety of backgrounds and skill sets would fit, including customer development, client management, operations or finance.
