Your role in the JoJo story…

Do you dream of a role where you can make meaningful contributions that finish in days well spent?

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join JoJo Maman Bébé, on a 6 month contract, to strategically manage our existing Partners as well as expanding the reach of the brand.

You will be responsible for effectively trading the current partnerships, building strong relationships and capitalising on opportunities to grow the brand both internationally and within the UK. You will lead the B2B team to ensure that the strategy is executed effectively, whilst also exploring opportunities for new Partnerships.

A peak into your daily adventures 

• Managing existing Partnerships, understanding opportunities and challenges both operationally and trading. Working with the B2B team and the wider business to potentialize opportunities and set the Brand up for success.
• You will be responsible for the trading performance of the B2B department, working closely with the Commercial Finance Manager you develop Budgets and Forecasts which align with Company goals, and update stakeholders regularly on performance.
• Utilising trade performance insight you will steer the B2B team to identify opportunities to further grow the Brand with our existing Partners, whilst at the same time managing Stock risks.
• You will lead and manage the the B2B team, delivering insightful reporting, to strategically influence ranges and performance for future seasons. Strong working relationships with Buying & Merchandising teams are imperative to this.
• Working closely with the Head of Supply Chain you will understand Partner requirements for effective range distribution and ensure communication is optimum to delivering a seamless process.
• Working with teams across the business to understand and build the operational capability to support the strategy.
• Working in tandem with the buying and merchandising teams to ensure that ranges and stock levels are in place to achieve the strategy.
• Have an understanding of International Kidswear markets and a proactive approach to explore new opportunities.

What we require for the role:

• Experienced Partnership specialist with a proven track record of driving effective strategies and delivering against targets.
• Understanding of the operational capabilities required to deliver great wholesale, consignment and marketplace service to partners.
• Great communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with both internal and external teams, building strong, positive relationships.
• Highly motivated and energetic, and eager to grow with the business.
• Be an efficient and reliable team member who can be responsible for their own workload.
• Experience of managing a team, and supporting that team to achieve their goals.
• An ability to multitask and effectively prioritise workload.

Skills that make you shine:

• Act with honesty and integrity.
• Work as part of a team.
• Communication champion.
• Take ownership and be proactive
• Problem Solver & Decision Maker.

Just to give you a taste of our culture, we’ll be looking for you to:

• Be a brand ambassador, safeguarding our values and ethos.
• Demonstrate honesty and respect in every interaction.
• Foster collaboration and open, active listening
• Take ownership of all aspects of the role.
• Be an effective problem solver.

Perks and Benefits:

• Hybrid working - up to 3 days in our Battersea office.
• Flexible start and finish time - office core hours are between 10:00 and 16:30
• Extra day of annual leave for each year you’re with us, up to 38 days.
• Is it your birthday? Take it off and celebrate!
• Want to increase your holiday allowance? Holiday buying scheme.
• Let’s celebrate JoJo doing well – non-contractual bonus scheme.
• Helping plan for the future - enhanced pension scheme.
• Get on the move - cycle to work scheme.
• Financial wellbeing app - pay yourself 40% of your earned wages whenever you want.
• Saving scheme with Smart Money Cymru 
• Enhanced family leave.
• Flexible work options.
• Enjoy fabulous social events.
• Saying thank you – employee recognition programme.
• Give back with volunteer days to support our communities.
• Prioritise your well-being with our Health and Wellbeing hub.
• Specsavers voucher – Get a free sight test and contribution towards glasses (T & C’s) apply.
• We love our products! Get 40% off JoJo branded line.
• Embrace an “It’s up to you” learning environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Your furry friend doesn’t have to stay at home – our offices are dog friendly for friendly pooches.

Want to know more about JoJo?

We make happy and helpful clothes and products that let children be children – in all their silly, messy, adventurous, noisy, imaginative joy. But we’re not just about selling products; we’re about creating a warm, community-centric environment for our employees and our customers. From over 50 locations across the UK and Ireland and a thriving e-commerce platform, we offer a meticulously designed collection of children’s clothing, toys, and essentials designed with love and care: always with children at the forefront of our minds.

As a B Corp, our commitment goes beyond commerce, we strive for a sustainable future and take pride in our responsibilities to the planet and our communities. At JoJo, every role, every task and every day is an opportunity to support, inspire and contribute to the well-being of our teams and our customers.

We embrace and openly welcome people from different cultures, perspectives, and experiences to create a diverse and enriched environment. We work hard to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people, regardless of background to make sure we grow our company sustainably and with different cultural influences. By encouraging a diverse and inclusive workforce, we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.