Business Development Lead

2 weeks ago


Orpington, Greater London, United Kingdom Next Full time
About Next

We're a dynamic retail company driven by innovation and customer satisfaction. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional shopping experiences.

Job Title: Business Development Lead

Estimated Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Job Description:

Company Overview:

At Next, we strive to create a workplace that fosters growth, development, and teamwork. Our goal is to deliver outstanding results while ensuring a positive impact on our customers and the environment.

The Role:

As a Business Development Lead, you will play a key part in driving sales growth and improving operational efficiency. You will lead and inspire your team to deliver excellent customer service, achieve performance targets, and maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

About the Role:

  • Support the Store management team across all product areas, back of house, and running the store when needed.
  • Manage a team to deliver amazing service and accurate stock processes in a commercial, operationally efficient, safe, and target-driven environment.
  • Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating, and inspiring your team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do.
  • Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all commercial and operational activities by working alongside the team.
  • Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times to meet business needs.

About You:

  • You are passionate about our customers, our people, and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires and motivates others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit.
  • You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know-how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers.
  • A team player who works at their best in a results-driven, fast-paced, and challenging environment. You have the ability to adapt to change quickly, bringing the rest of the team on board with new objectives.
  • A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure – always realistic with your expectations of others.
  • Able to demonstrate the ability to problem-solve, make sound business decisions, confidently challenge processes, and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward.
  • Confident when dealing with people issues.
  • An effective multi-tasker who can plan, organise, and prioritise your workload.

What We Offer:

We'll provide you with opportunities to develop your skills, progress your career, and enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working options, professional development support, and a competitive salary package.



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