About Planet
Planet is a global provider of integrated technology and payments solutions for retail and hospitality customers.
We create great experiences for the millions of people who use our payments, software, and tax-free solutions every minute of every day.
Planet empowers its customers to deliver great customer experiences by combining payments and software in ways that drive greater loyalty, increase revenue and save time.
Founded over 35 years ago and with our headquarters in London, today we have more than 2,500 employees located across six continents serving our customers in more than 120 markets.
Role overview:
Join a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation in global payments, driving growth and strategic partnerships in the rapidly evolving sectors of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging and road user charging. As a Business Development Manager, you will lead initiatives that connect cutting-edge payment technologies with market opportunities, forging new pathways for customer acquisition, ecosystem expansion, and sustainable mobility. Your role will be key in identifying business opportunities and nurturing the existing ones, shaping go-to-market strategies, and building relationships that turn vision into commercial success.
What you will do:
1. Develop and execute sales strategies to drive revenue and market share growth.
2. Identify and close new business opportunities through market research, networking, and a keen understanding of the EV charging landscape and its evolving payment ecosystems.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners.
4. Develop compelling presentations and proposals to secure new business.
5. Lead projects end-to-end, from securing client commitment and overseeing integration to successfully launching the pilot.
6. Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, product) to align strategies.
7. Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies.
8. Occasional travel to represent the company at industry events and conferences.
Who you are:
9. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
10. Proven experience in business development, sales, or related field.
11. Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
12. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
13. Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
14. Self-motivated and results-oriented with a passion for driving business growth.
15. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
16. Experience with CRM systems and other sales tools is a plus.
17. Affiliation with EV charging and/or payments is a plus.
18. Fluent in both English and German or French or Spanish (written and spoken).
Why Planet:
Planet is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is valued, and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Come and grow your career in the most exciting, fast paced technology market, with a business that delivers feel-good connected commerce. We would love to hear from you – Apply now.
At Planet, we embrace a hybrid work model, with three days a week in the office.
Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.