Business Development Manager
2 months ago
£42000–£44000 yearly
Full-time
Ilford
Pay: £42,000.00 - £46,000.00 per year Job description: Getoday UK is a growing UK-based e-commerce business focused on fast delivery, marketplace expansion, and scalable digital retail solutions. The company has successfully completed its initial trading phase and is now entering a structured expansion stage involving marketplace seller onboarding, category growth, service-based offerings, and long-term logistics development. We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to lead strategic growth initiatives and support the execution of the company’s long-term business objectives. Role Overview This is a senior strategicoringic role, not a sales-only position. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing growth initiatives across e-commerce platforms, third-party marketplaces, international sourcing, and new business verticals. The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, commercial awareness, Basic technical understanding, and international market exposure, working closely with the Directors to scale the business sustainably. Key Responsibilities Plan and manage the expansion of the company’s third-party marketplace, including seller onboarding frameworks, compliance standards, commercial structures, and performance evaluation Identify, negotiate, and manage supplier and brand partnerships, including authorised and international suppliers Conduct cross-border product and market analysis, assessing demand, pricing, margins, logistics feasibility, and regulatory considerations Lead category expansion initiatives, including technical products such as CCTV and security systems, ensuring commercial and operational viability Develop and manage partnerships with third-party service providers, including installation and maintenance partners Analyse customer behaviour, market trends, and seasonal demand across international communities, using this insight to plan and execute festival- and season-specific product strategies Contribute to long-term growth planning, sustainable development strategies, and investor-facing business proposals Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between commercial strategy, operations, and customer experience Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in business development, commercial strategy, or growth management, market entry strategy, preferably within e-commerce, marketplaces, or digital platforms Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms and third-party marketplaces (e.g. Amazon Seller-type environments or similar) Demonstrable experience in international sourcing, cross-border trade analysis, or global supplier relationship management Basic technical awareness of CCTV systems, security products, or similar technical hardware categories (commercial-level understanding is preffered) Strong analytical and planning skills with the ability to evaluate long-term commercial viability and risk analysis Experience developing structured, sustainable growth strategies aligned with investor expectations Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and work autonomously in a growing business environment Qualifications A Master’s degree in International Business, Global Business, Business Strategy, or a related field or Equivalent professional experience demonstrating advanced capability in international markets and strategic business development What We Offer Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the growth of a fast-developing UK e-commerce business High level of responsibility and strategic involvement Long-term career progression aligned with company expansion Competitive salary based on experience and performance Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Profit sharing Referral programme Store discount Work Location: In person
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