Business Development Manager
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £36,000 to £56,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | CH3 6HW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aldford Village Store |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AVS001 |
Summary
Key Responsibilities:
Business Growth: Identify new market opportunities, develop strategic plans, and implement initiatives to increase store revenue and customer base.
Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
Supplier & Vendor Management: Negotiate with suppliers, manage procurement processes, and ensure timely delivery of quality products at competitive prices.
Marketing & Promotions: Develop and execute local marketing campaigns, seasonal promotions, and community engagement strategies to boost brand awareness and footfall.
Financial Management: Monitor sales performance, manage budgets, and analyze financial reports to ensure profitability and cost-efficiency.
Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and motivate staff to achieve performance targets and maintain high operational standards.
Compliance & Standards: Ensure the store complies with health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and UK business laws.
Innovation & Strategy: Introduce new products, services, and processes that enhance customer experience and store efficiency.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Proven experience in retail, hospitality, or café management, with a focus on business growth and operational management.
Strong understanding of sales, marketing, and financial planning in a retail environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Leadership and team management capabilities.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Familiarity with food safety, health, and safety regulations in the UK.
Business Growth: Identify new market opportunities, develop strategic plans, and implement initiatives to increase store revenue and customer base.
Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
Supplier & Vendor Management: Negotiate with suppliers, manage procurement processes, and ensure timely delivery of quality products at competitive prices.
Marketing & Promotions: Develop and execute local marketing campaigns, seasonal promotions, and community engagement strategies to boost brand awareness and footfall.
Financial Management: Monitor sales performance, manage budgets, and analyze financial reports to ensure profitability and cost-efficiency.
Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and motivate staff to achieve performance targets and maintain high operational standards.
Compliance & Standards: Ensure the store complies with health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and UK business laws.
Innovation & Strategy: Introduce new products, services, and processes that enhance customer experience and store efficiency.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Proven experience in retail, hospitality, or café management, with a focus on business growth and operational management.
Strong understanding of sales, marketing, and financial planning in a retail environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Leadership and team management capabilities.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Familiarity with food safety, health, and safety regulations in the UK.