Business Development Manager CEE

Ninjakitchen; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading appliance company is seeking a Business Development Manager for the Central Eastern Europe region, located in their London office. This hybrid role focuses on driving business growth by developing sales strategies and optimizing sales activities. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to analyze market data. The company offers competitive health insurance and support for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive health insurance

Retirement plans

Employee stock purchase options

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of successful sales experience.
• Experience in a Sales function with key retailers.
• Ability to manage the flow of data and perform analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement sales strategy for targeted accounts.
• Ensure strong representation of Shark and Ninja brands.
• Interpret market and sales data into business opportunities.

Skills

Fluent English

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with sales data analysis

Job description

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a Business Development Manager - Central Eastern Europe to our global team. The position is based in our London offices (Hybrid – 3 days a week).

OVERVIEW

As part of the phenomenal growth SharkNinja has achieved over the last few years, we have created a new position of Business Development Manager CEE. This position will be key to driving the next phase of the business development in the CEE market. Working closely with the product team, marketing team and Digital team and with the European Hub, this person will be accountable of the customers’ growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a dynamic and committed Business Development Manager to help drive our business forward into new markets. Reporting to the EMEA Sales Director you will be able to develop, implement and drive account specific plans & promotions in line with the Shark Ninja market strategy in the CEE market, focused on profitable sales growth throughout their portfolio. A solid experience of the Small Domestic Appliances being channel would be a clear plus for the role.

POSITION PROFILE

• To build a sales strategy that achieves & exceed sales and margin targets for your accounts, launch new products
• Grow the core category in the CEE market and launch new categories
• Ensure that Shark & Ninja are represented in a positive and professional manner at all times both on-line and off-line
• Planning and executing activities for both on-line, in-store and off-page to drive strong sales out performance
• Ensure accurate forecasting in line with individual and company goals
• Work within agreed Promotional (SOA) to ensure sales & margin targets are met
• Negotiate winning scenarios for both SharkNinja and the customer at all times
• Interpret market and sell out data into business opportunities
• Organization of trade shows and retail events
• Reporting of competitive activities & pricing
• Participate in tradeshows, sales meetings and other Company events as required.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS (REQUIREMENTS)

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES

• Fluent English and ideally an additional Eastern European language
• Minimum 7 years of successful sales experience.
• Results driven, Strong negotiator, Exceptional analytical skills
• Oral and written communication with impact
• Professional expertise
• Interpersonal/collaborative skills, Entrepreneurship and Initiative
• Experience in analyzing and interpreting sales data to make informed decisions.
• Personable and recognizes the importance of building good relationships with customers, internal colleagues and other members of the sales teams.
• Experience of building sales and marketing strategy by market.
• Occasional travel to the region required

SPECIALIZED TRAINING OR SKILLS REQUIRED

This position requires the ability to manage the flow of data, perform analysis, generate summary reports and communicate by voice or data while being connected in the office, at home or while travelling by laptop or mobile device regularly.

The ideal candidate should have experience of working in a Sales function in direct relationship with key retailers (Specialists and Food Chains) across the region.

Ability to travel to visit the customers.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [e-mail]