Business Development Manager

•    Build and manage a strong pipeline of new business opportunities in your region
•    Work closely with colleagues to onboard new partners smoothly and set them up for long-term success
•    Share insights and ideas to help improve our new business acquisition strategy
•    Represent our Nisa brand with confidence and credibility in your region
•    Look for opportunities to strengthen our community presence and support the growth of Co-op Wholesale

We’re committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you’ll need to bring:

•    Experience delivering business development strategies 
•    Knowledge of the independent retail sector
•    Great relationship-building and partner management skills
•    Commercial know-how and an understanding of what drives profitability
•    A proactive approach and strong problem-solving skills
•    Good communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge others inclusively

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

•    Private healthcare
•    Company car
•    An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
•    28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
•    A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
•    30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
•    Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
•    Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
•    24/7 colleague support service
•    Training and support for your development and career progression
•    Cycle-to-work scheme

We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.

We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll support you.

Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.