Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

London (Hybrid) | Approx. £78,000 | 12M Fixed-Term Contract

Overview:

Responsible for evaluating and managing new initiatives and business opportunities. Oversees market analysis, works closely with Finance in developing business cases and pro-formas, and identifies customer and market needs. Provides leadership in planning, designing, and implementing business plans that drive growth and operational efficiency. Defines vision, strategies, and tactics to achieve business goals, and collaborates with senior management to establish strategic plans and objectives. Regularly interacts with executives and key stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard new partner entrepreneurs, guiding them through established selection and onboarding processes.
• Present and promote the program to qualified leads, managing the lead pipeline throughout the recruitment journey.
• Refine the program’s value proposition using insights and data gathered from on-the-ground experience.
• Maintain strong engagement with business partners and proactively identify and resolve operational challenges.
• Strengthen partner relationships to enhance service quality, efficiency, and long-term collaboration.
• Support the development and management of freight or logistics partnerships across multiple regions, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Contribute to the design and execution of partner development strategies in alignment with business growth objectives.

Key Skills and Experience

• Strategic Partner Management – Proven ability to build and sustain long-term commercial relationships that drive mutual value.
• Data-Driven Decision Making – Strong analytical mindset, capable of interpreting data to inform business strategy and performance improvements.
• Project Management – Skilled in planning and delivering complex projects within cross-functional and international environments.