Business Development Manager

Blue Square; Reading; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail marketing agency in Reading is seeking a Business Development Manager to manage key distribution partnerships and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will have strong business development experience, excellent negotiation, and analytical skills. Competitive salary of £46,500 per annum along with benefits such as a company car, HP discounts, and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary: £46,500 Per Annum

Company Car

Company Sick Pay

HP Discounts

Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary

Rewards HUB

ETHIC Values - Employee of the month: a chance to win a £500 lifestyle voucher!

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or partnership management is required.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute strategic plans to drive revenue growth.
• Manage relationships with existing clients and ensure their satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the team to define business goals and key performance indicators.

Skills

Business development experience

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

ARE YOU THE ONE?

As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing and growing relationships with key HP distribution partners to drive revenue and market expansion.

This role involves identifying new business opportunities, negotiating contracts, and developing strategic plans to enhance partner performance. The BDM will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product management, to ensure alignment with company objectives.

Key responsibilities include partner onboarding, performance tracking, and ensuring that distributors are equipped with the tools and resources needed to achieve success. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

What You’ll Be Up To

BUSINESS GROWTH

• Create and execute strategic plans to drive revenue growth and business development
• Secure long-term partnerships that provide mutual benefits
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize partner performance

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

• Identify and establish relationships with new distribution partners
• Network with potential partners and clients at industry events
• Manage relationships with existing clients and ensure their satisfaction

COLLABORATION

• Collaborate with the team to define business goals and key performance indicators
• Conduct regular check-ins with clients to assess satisfaction and identify opportunities

BRAND REPRESENTATION

• Ensure alignment between distribution partners and company goals
• Ensure all internal and external communications reflect the brand’s tone of voice, values, and promises

PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

• Monitor partner sales performance and provide regular reports
• Monitor performance against sales targets and make adjustments as needed

ARE YOU OUR PERFECT PARTNER?

• You’re experienced in business development or partnership management
• You can manage multiple stakeholders and drive results
• You’re a motivated individual with the desire to make an impact
• You’re proficient in Microsoft Excel – Pivot Tables, vLookups
• You’re able to build and maintain long-standing or new relationships
• You have strong negotiation skills
• You’re able to provide and receive feedback
• You’re able to represent HP to a high standard
• You’re proactive and adaptable with a strong desire to continuously learn
• You’re a strong team player
• You possess good communication and analytical skills
• Experience working with distribution channels is a plus

What You Can Expect From Us

• Competitive Salary: £46,500 Per Annum
• Company Car
• Company Sick Pay
• HP Discounts
• Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary
• Rewards HUB
• ETHIC Values - Employee of the month: a chance to win a £500 lifestyle voucher!
• Development Opportunities – our teams have historically moved into all manner of other jobs!

WHO ARE WE?

We’re Blue Square, an award-winning retail marketing agency connecting and engaging audiences with some of the world’s most loved brands. We believe in the power of human touch across the buyer to customer journey to grow sales, increase loyalty, and build brand love for our clients. People are at the centre of our success. We support, develop, and nurture our talented employees to foster personal growth and passion for their work.

At the heart of our agency are our ETHIC values, and we’re on a mission to work with individuals who share and believe in them.