Business Development Specialist - Online Food Platform - Edinburgh (Edinburgh)

JR United Kingdom; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global online food delivery platform is seeking a Business Development Specialist to enhance relationships with restaurant partners, drive growth, and maximize orders. The role combines field and home-based work, offering flexible hours and a collaborative culture. Join a dynamic team focused on empowering independent restaurants and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team culture

Career progression opportunities

Branded Just Eat Takeaway car

Monthly takeaway spend allowance (£81)

25 days holiday plus birthday leave

Private medical and dental insurance

Pension and life assurance

Sick pay and volunteering leave

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B sales or account management required.
• Full clean UK driving license needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow area, driving consumer choice and activated takeaway restaurants.
• Educate Restaurant Partners for optimal customer service.

Skills

B2B sales

Account management

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Salesforce

Restaurant Manager

Job description

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Business Development Specialist - Online Food Platform - Edinburgh (Edinburgh), Livingston

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Client:

Just Eat Takeaway.com

Location:

Livingston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.05.2025

Expiry Date:

30.06.2025

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Job Description:

Ready for a challenge?

Then Just Eat Takeaway.com might be the place for you. We’re a leading global online food delivery platform, and our vision is to empower everyday convenience. Whether it’s a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or grabbing some groceries, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery and convenience partners across the globe.

About this role:

We provide the platform and tools to help independent restaurants move online and reach a significantly broader customer base – to generate increased orders and grow their businesses. We also provide insights, advice, and support to our growing community to satisfy customers and raise standards across a vibrant takeaway sector.

As a Field Account Manager, you will be fully responsible for developing and growing your area, driving consumer choice and activated takeaway restaurants to maximize Just Eat orders. You will act as a trusted advisor to our partners in your territory.

Location: Edinburgh, with both field-based and home-based work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maximize the potential of existing Just Eat Takeaway Restaurants through building significant and mutually beneficial relationships.
• Educate Restaurant Partners to provide the best customer service and experience.
• Participate in onboarding new restaurants, visiting them within 14 days of going online and ensuring they are optimized for success.
• Prioritize order growth via activated restaurants and mentor partners on vital steps to achieve this.
• Use internal platforms (Salesforce, Restaurant Manager) to identify growth opportunities and drive efficiencies.

What you will bring:

• Experience in B2B sales or account management.
• Ownership mentality towards ambitious targets.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Passion for learning and self-improvement.
• Attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Keen interest in food and restaurants.
• Excellent work ethic and desire to make an impact.
• Full clean UK driving license.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working hours and schedule.
• Collaborative team culture.
• Clear career progression and growth opportunities.
• Branded Just Eat Takeaway car for work.
• Monthly takeaway spend allowance (£81).
• 25 days holiday plus birthday leave and bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days).
• Long service rewards: extra holidays or cash bonuses after 5 & 10 years.
• Up to 52 weeks maternity/adoption leave and 6 weeks paternity leave.
• Private medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance (4x salary).
• Sick pay, volunteering leave, well-being programs.
• Perks: free eye tests, discounts, cycle-to-work scheme.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Access to training resources.

Our culture:

We foster connections internally and work with renowned brands globally, creating an impactful, dynamic environment. Our culture celebrates movement, growth, and our team members.

Inclusion & Diversity:

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and can bring their authentic selves.

Learn more:

Visit our careers site for stories, blogs, podcasts, and more about our culture and opportunities.

Ready to join us?

Apply now!

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