Retail Partnerships Manager (Freelance)

ByErim is a fast-growing, luxury haircare brand founded on the principles of ancient Ayurvedic principles, backed by British Science. We are social led and our Founder (Trichologist, Erim) has over 700k on social media.

Our mission is to provide high-quality, natural, and effective hair oils that deliver transformative results. As a D2C-first brand with a passionate community, we are now poised to expand our presence into the luxury retail sector. We are a small, ambitious team driven by authenticity, quality, and a commitment to our heritage.

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly driven and results-oriented Freelance Retail Partnerships Manager to spearhead our expansion into new retail accounts on a project and commission basis. Your primary goal will be to identify, secure, and launch our brand with new retail partners, including premium department stores like Harrods and Harvey Nichols, as well as specialty beauty retailers.

This is a key freelance role for an individual with an established network who can quickly and effectively build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that will elevate our brand\’s visibility and sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Retailer Identification & Outreach: Research and identify new retail partners that align with the ByErim brand ethos and target demographic.
• Business Development: Initiate contact, build rapport, and present compelling business cases to secure new retail accounts.
• Negotiation & Onboarding: Lead all commercial negotiations, finalize contracts, and manage the seamless launch process for new retail partners.
• Ongoing Relationship Management: Maintain a professional relationship with partners post-launch to ensure consistent brand representation and support their success.

Compensation Structure

This is a freelance, performance-based opportunity with no fixed salary. Your compensation will be tied directly to your success in securing new retail partnerships and maintaining those relationships.

• First Order Commission: You will receive 10% commission on the first order from each new retail partner you successfully secure.
• Rolling Monthly Retainer: Following the first order, you will receive a rolling fee of £150 per month for each active retail partner you manage.
• Monthly admin cost: £20ph to cover time spent on admin work. Max 40hr pm

Required Skills & Experience

• A strong, demonstrable network of contacts within luxury retail, particularly at department stores and specialty beauty chains. UK, USA, EU.
• Proven track record of successfully securing new business and launching brands into retail.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• A self-starter with a proactive, results-driven attitude who can work autonomously.
• Deep passion for and knowledge of the beauty, haircare, and luxury markets.

Process: Apply via Linkedin, then appropriate candidates will receive a message containing a 5 min form, then if successful, a 30 min interview will be scheduled over Google Meet.

We are looking to hire by Sep 1, 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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