Business Development Sales Manager - Jewellery

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dynamic business development professional in the luxury goods sector. This role involves identifying and prioritising retail partners, driving new business, and delivering presentations. The ideal candidate will have experience with online retailers and a strong network in the industry. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Commission Structure

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in digital retail or e-commerce is essential.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills are required.
• Must be adaptable, resilient, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritise high-potential retail and online partners.
• Drive new business through outreach, networking, and industry events.
• Deliver compelling presentations that highlight our value proposition.
• Negotiate and close partnership agreements.

Skills

Experience working with department stores, jewellery multiples, or major online retailers

Familiarity with ERP systems and e-commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify)

Existing network within the luxury goods sector

Results-driven with a long-term relationship focus

Job description

About Our Client

A long-established fine jewellery and watch organisation with a modern, forward-thinking approach to digital retail. We empower retailers to unlock the full potential of e-commerce through a unique, end-to-end solution that includes:

• Ready-to-integrate digital product assets
• Extensive UK-based inventory
• Seamless direct-to-consumer fulfilment

Our platform enables retailers to expand their online offering without the burden of excess stock, reducing operational risk while accelerating speed-to-market and profitability.

Job Description

• Identify and prioritise high-potential retail and online partners
• Drive new business through outreach, networking, and industry events
• Deliver compelling presentations that highlight our value proposition
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor product ranges for each client
• Negotiate and close partnership agreements
• Meet and exceed KPIs across acquisition, growth, and retention
• Stay ahead of market trends and digital retail innovations
• Provide strategic feedback to leadership on client needs and market dynamics

The Successful Applicant

• Experience working with department stores, jewellery multiples, or major online retailers
• Familiarity with ERP systems and e-commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify)
• Existing network within the luxury goods sector
• Entrepreneurial and proactive with a self-starter attitude
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Results-driven with a long-term relationship focus
• Adaptable, resilient, and eager to learn

What's on Offer

• £55,000- £75,000 (Dependent On experience)
• Commission Structure
• Flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative business reshaping online jewellery retail
• Clear scope for career progression and personal development