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Business Manager

John Lewis Partnership, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest

Business Manager

£63600-£95300

John Lewis Partnership, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 4 days ago, 2 Jun | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: c84de7dd72e7491cb7a3cd2edbd597e4

Location ref: Bracknell, Bracknell Forest

Full Job Description

  • You will own the commercial relationship with B2B customers and/or concession providers with responsibility for retention and growth of the account(s). You will be the expert in JLP for your allocated customer(s) or market(s).
  • The role is accountable for the delivery of Sales, Cash Margin and fee income for your allocated customers / markets / concession holders.
  • You will develop positive working relationships with customers and know their market and requirements. You will set and implement a trading plan that delivers value for the customer and for JLP.
  • You will ensure customers and JLP fulfil their contractual obligations and comply with operational SLAs and brand standards as appropriate.
  • You will support the Commercial Lead in the achievement of sales and profit targets for your target market, agreeing financial budgets and forecasting in season as required. You will identify product and sales opportunities in your market and contribute your learning into product, brand and operational proposition development.
  • You will work closely with internal teams in Retail, Legal, CS Customer and Operations, Trading, Core Business Operations and Finance. Externally you will foster and maintain relationships with all levels in client organisations and contacts in Trade Associations, Government Agencies and the wider market as appropriate to the target markets agreed with your Commercial Lead., Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.
    • Faith & Belief FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.Gender Equality Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.Linkages Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.Pride Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.Working Parents Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.Care Experience Providing a safe and supportive community for Partners with experience in the care system.Carers Network The network aims to raise awareness and support Partners who are carers, and their allies.Ability Championing workplace disability inclusion by creating a supportive environment and offering peer communities for those with diverse needs.Unity Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.Faith & Belief FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.Gender Equality Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.Linkages Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.Pride Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.Working Parents Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.

  • Proven ability to trade and sell products into relevant markets and/or sectors (UK and Globally as required).
  • A track record in meeting or exceeding sales targets in a senior sales role.
  • Highly commercial mindset and approach.
  • Gravitas and ability to negotiate at a senior level to ensure the best outcome for the Partnership.
  • Experience which demonstrates effective stakeholder management and influencing skills - internal & external - at all levels
  • Regular UK travel for most roles. Regular overseas travel required for some roles.
  • A good working knowledge and experience of spreadsheets.
    • Desirable skills/experience you may have
  • Knowledge of Waitrose and John Lewis assortments and buying/merchandising an advantage.
  • Product or category knowledge and an ability to articulate the distinct aspects of products and services positioned against the competitor base.
  • Knowledge of foreign languages and other cultures is an advantage.

    We're the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We're not just employees, we're Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there's never been a more exciting time to join us.
    • We're ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose. As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect. We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we're free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it., This is where you'll be based, whether that's in a shop, distribution centre or one of our head offices. Bracknell Doncastle Road Berkshire, RG12 8YA See Commute

    Leisure Learning Enjoy learning a new skill or hobby even more by claiming up to £200 towards certain tutored courses. (Applies to courses which you pay for in advance yourself).PARTNER DISCOUNT 25% off at John Lewis and 20% at Waitrose. We knew you'd like this one! (some exclusions apply). (Partner discount is only available following successful completion of your 90-day Earning Membership period once you have started).Clubs & Societies From arts & crafts to fishing, from skiing to running, we have so many clubs and societies bringing Partners with shared interests together.HOLIDAY & LEAVE Enjoy a generous holiday provision. Plenty of time for some rest and relaxation. (The amount of holiday you'll get depends on your role and working hours. It increases over time).PENSION & LIFE ASSURANCE Secure your future with our comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance.

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