Marketplace Partnerships Associate

DEBENHAMS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive bonus scheme

Company pension

Share schemes

Private medical cover and life assurer

On-site gym and fitness classes

Brand discounts across all brands

Wellbeing package

Dog-friendly offices

Ongoing learning and internal growth

On-site canteen

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Debenhams Group in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Business Development Associate to join our Marketplace team and expand our partner portfolio. You will identify, onboard and support new sellers, manage the sales pipeline, and collaborate with onboarding to launch partners successfully.

This fast-paced, high-growth role offers exposure across Debenhams Group brands and opportunities to build lasting partner relationships within a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in business development, sales, account management or a similar commercial role.
• Can-do entrepreneurial attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple opportunities simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Ideally 2yrs experience in sales / business development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage prospective brand partners through outbound outreach, promoting the Debenhams Group marketplace proposition and supporting the acquisition of new sellers.
• Manage the sales pipeline, ensuring accurate records, timely follow-ups and clear visibility of partner progress.
• Build and develop strong relationships with prospective partners, acting as a key point of contact throughout the sales process.
• Work closely with the Onboarding teams to ensure a seamless handover of newly signed partners and support a successful launch.
• Ensure all onboarding requirements are completed accurately prior to handover and in line with business requirements.
• Produce pipeline, sales and performance analysis to support reporting, business decisions and category growth.
• Represent Debenhams Group at trade shows, industry events and partner meetings, generating new business opportunities and promoting the marketplace proposition.
• Deliver an exceptional partner experience by maintaining regular communication, providing timely updates and supporting partners throughout the acquisition journey.

Skills

Sales / BD experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Debenhams Group in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Business Development Associate to join our Marketplace team and expand our partner portfolio. You will identify, onboard and support new sellers, manage the sales pipeline, and collaborate with onboarding to launch partners successfully.

This fast-paced, high-growth role offers exposure across Debenhams Group brands and opportunities to build lasting partner relationships within a dynamic retail environment.