Business Development Manager - Wholesale & Ecommerce
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | London |
| Area | London, UK |
| Sector | Retail Head Office - Ecommerce |
| Salary | GBP40000 - GBP50000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH34945_1769010373 |
- Description
Business Development Manager UK/Ireland | Wholesale/Ecommerce | Luxury Homewares | Salary circa £45k + 20% Bonus, 8% Pension, PHC | London/Hybrid
An established, international lifestyle brand is seeking a Business Development Manager UK/Ireland to support growth across its Dining & Lifestyle division. This role offers the opportunity to develop within a high-performing, professional and commercially focused environment, reporting into senior regional leadership.
The Opportunity - Business Development Manager UK/Ireland
The Business Development Manager UK/Ireland will be responsible for driving revenue across the UK and Ireland through strategic Ecommerce and Wholesale partnerships. The position plays a key role in shaping external Ecommerce strategy while ensuring profitable, sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities - Business Development Manager UK/Ireland
- Drive sales and revenue growth through external Ecommerce and Wholesale partners in the UK and Ireland.
- Manage key Ecommerce accounts including department stores and online pure players, working closely with internal teams.
- Optimise online product ranges, pricing and content to maximise performance across partner platforms.
- Plan and deliver marketing activity and promotional campaigns in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews, building and executing joint business plans with partners.
- Oversee third-party logistics and warehouse partners to ensure smooth operations and optimal stock levels.
- Support the UK Wholesale channel to maximise all retailer opportunities.
- Identify new Ecommerce growth channels, including marketplaces, drop-shipment and e-discounters.
- Collaborate with Logistics, Operations and IT to improve systems, processes and automation for future growth.
What you will bring - Business Development Manager UK/Ireland
- Degree-level qualification in business, marketing or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven within an Ecommerce environment, ideally with a premium or lifestyle brand.
- Strong understanding of Ecommerce operations, including third-party fulfilment and middleware tools.
- Experience in sales, business development, account management or client relationship roles.
- Highly analytical with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated, organised and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of the UK and Ireland market, competition and distribution landscape is advantageous.
This Business Development Manager UK/Ireland role is ideal for a commercially driven professional looking to grow their career within a dynamic and expanding Ecommerce and Wholesale environment.
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