Regional Business Development Manager - Midlands

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Business Development Manager to oversee multiple stores in the Midlands. This dynamic role involves strategic planning and management, focusing on building high-performing teams and driving customer engagement. With a strong emphasis on service excellence and operational standards, the successful candidate will have a proven track record in sales growth and team leadership. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a well-known retail environment, offering the chance to travel across the UK and Northern Ireland while shaping the future of store performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong visual merchandising skills to drive standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 23-30 stores, driving customer engagement and sales.
• Develop and mentor Store Managers to enhance team performance.

Skills

Business Acumen

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Visual Merchandising

Performance Management

IT Proficiency

Team Building

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Regional Business Development Manager - Midlands, Birmingham

Client: The Original Factory Shop

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 83e49f273892

Job Views: 3

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Established in 1969, The Original Factory Shop brings big brands at bargain prices to Britain’s local high streets. We source “must buy” quality ranges at unbelievable prices, bringing out the bargain lover in everyone so we can satisfy our customers. With stores nationwide, we offer big brands up to 70% off across multiple departments including fashion, beauty, home & more. Our history started with high-street cut-price labels in Keighley and continues to this day.

We currently have an opportunity for a Regional Business Development Manager for our Midlands stores. As an RBDM, you will report to the Head of Stores and oversee 23-30 stores in your region. This role is dynamic and involves strategic planning, implementation, and management of retail activities across your region.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact by identifying potential business opportunities to advance your region. The role is field-based, requiring regular travel across the UK and Northern Ireland. Ideally, you will be based around the M6 corridor, Lancashire, Manchester, North Wales, or North/West Yorkshire.

Your responsibilities include:

• Building and developing a team of high-performing Store Managers and supporting their growth through mentoring, coaching, and performance management. Leading and developing Regional Support Managers in your region.
• Driving customer engagement through various channels to increase sales.
• Promoting service excellence by ensuring it is communicated effectively and that the customer remains central to all decisions.
• Motivating your team to exceed targets.
• Maintaining high standards in operational activities across stores and teams.
• Monitoring local competition and identifying product opportunities, providing feedback to your Line Manager.
• Reviewing underperforming stores and developing strategies to improve performance.
• Managing costs efficiently.

What we are looking for:

• Strong business acumen.
• Industry knowledge.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing workloads.
• Leadership and management capabilities.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Delegation and organizational skills.
• Self-discipline and initiative.
• Proficiency in IT.
• Strong visual merchandising skills to drive standards and execution.
• A proven track record of growing sales and profits.
• Experience in building and leading high-performing teams.
• Experience in performance management to optimize team performance.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience managing operational teams across multiple sites.