Job Description
About the Role:
Ready to start your Joules Journey?
Step into the role of Business Development Assistant here at Joules Head Office within our growing and friendly Partnerships Team!
Your Role:
* Develop understanding of the end to end process of contracts and terminology of contracts and new business and B2B models (Wholesale, Consignment, Concession, D2C, SOR, Licensing)
* Working independently and proactively to identify opportunities and pitch these ideas to key stakeholders across the business
* Act as the initial contact for new potential Partners and Brand Representative for new business
* Pitch deck creation - selling tools for B2B selling and pitch decks for selling ideas into the business
* Meeting support to ensure actions and follow up - topline commercial discussion with Partners
* Understanding of contracts, ability to support where required with marking-up drafts and discussions with Legal
* Onboarding process ownership & Critical Path for new B2B Partnerships, ownership of trackers across all new business areas
* Licensing - identifying opportunities with large commercial international partnerships but also with smaller key collaboration brand Partners
* Product range extension proposals for Licensing/Brands - both existing Partners where there are growth opportunities but also brand new incremental Partners
* Setup of new Brands systemically
* Competitor Shopping - all Partnerships
* Internal Networking - Buying & Brands
* Marketing support for Key Accounts / New Accounts, where required
* VM/Creative Pull where needed for store initiatives
* Trademark registrations for the business - understanding and ownership of business needs relating to trademark registrations
About You:
From a technical and operational perspective, it would also be advantageous if you:
* Whilst not essential, it would be beneficial for you to have similar experience within industry.
* You should have an outgoing, proactive and enthusiastic nature with the ability to adapt and work collaboratively within our close knit team.
* A genuine excitement about the brand is a must (although we don’t think this is too difficult!).
* You must be confident in your ability to easily switch between different tasks as the workload is varied and at times fast paced.
* Able to work cross-functionally and build strong rapport and relationships across the wider teams and with external stakeholders.
* Understanding of Retail, our customer and market positioning.
* A genuine sense of resourcefulness and the ability and drive to make the role your own.
* The confidence to bring your ideas to the table and communicate these to the Business Development Manager
What we value most here at Joules is your ability to really align with who we are as a Brand. So, if you:
* Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry
* Are fearlessly creative with ideas to share
* Are not afraid to fail and grow
* Have a genuine positivity for the future of our brand and all we can achieve
* Are adaptable and can embrace change
* Can work collaboratively and are always ready to give it your all
* Enjoy celebrating success
Then look no further, the role of Business Development Assistant was made for you!
Where will you be working?
This is a full time role based at ‘The Barn’ - Joules’ purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire.
This role is office based working onsite, as we believe this is where we make the best decisions together.
Your Application
Due to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter and portfolio are unlikely to be progressed. Please review the following Joules Cover Letter advice to support your application.
Sponsorship
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.
Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration.
About Us
We believe in dressing well for the weekend, every weekend. We are inspired by the countryside, coasts and towns in which we love to spend time. We champion our customers’ style every step of the way and our people are no exception to this.
Prepare to be part of a dynamic, hard-working, collaborative and inspirational team, creating and bringing product to market season after season for our iconic British brand. You can expect a journey outlined with clear goals and aspirations shared by the whole business whilst building cross-collaborative relationships including the opportunity to work with our Founder; Tom Joule, and his Senior Team who have a wealth of knowledge to share.
About The Team
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Health and Wellbeing benefits - Opt in Healthcare cash plan, free digital GP via the Aviva App, Wellhub app access with discounted gym membership, free access to an array of health and wellness apps and much more
* We offer flexible start and finish times and discretionary flexibility to support your needs and help you navigate life's demands as and when your work allows
* 25% staff discount on Joules and NEXT products
* Up to 10% off most NEXT partner Brands & Branded Beauty products
* Up to 25% off Joules partner Brands
* Opt-in clothing allowance
* Access to fantastic discounts at our NEXT staff shop
* Life assurance
* Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers
* Collaborative, progressive and supportive working environment
* Competitive employer pension contributions
* Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Program
* Dedicated Learning and Development
* The Cafe - Our infamous on-site cafe offering subsidised, healthy, fresh and varied food available from breakfast through to lunch and beyond
* Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_joulesHR@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.