Regional Business Development & Partnerships Lead

Co-op; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesale organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and build partnerships with independent retailers. This role includes managing new business opportunities and collaborating with teams to ensure successful partnerships. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development and great relationship-building skills. You'll enjoy a salary of up to £70,000 along with excellent benefits including bonuses and private healthcare.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Annual bonus based on performance

28 days holiday (increasing with service)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

30% discount on Co-op products

Virtual healthcare services

Training and support for career development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience delivering business development strategies.
• Strong relationship-building and partner management skills.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge others.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a strong pipeline of new business opportunities.
• Work closely with colleagues to onboard new partners.
• Share insights to improve our new business acquisition strategy.
• Represent our Nisa brand with confidence.
• Look for opportunities to strengthen community presence.

Skills

Business development strategies

Independent retail sector knowledge

Relationship-building skills

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

A leading wholesale organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and build partnerships with independent retailers. This role includes managing new business opportunities and collaborating with teams to ensure successful partnerships. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development and great relationship-building skills. You'll enjoy a salary of up to £70,000 along with excellent benefits including bonuses and private healthcare.