Business Development Partner

J ewson Partnership Solutions (JPS), specialists in providing solutions and building materials for our customers in the Public Sector such as Housing Associations and Local Authorities, is on the hunt for a Business Development Partner to cover Cambridge, Norfolk, the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the North East .All applicants must have a full UK driving licence

At JPS, we’re focused on building strong partnerships, delivering innovative solutions and driving long-term growth across the Public Sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional who enjoys developing new business, building lasting customer relationships and creating strategic partnerships that deliver value.

What You’ll Be Doing Identifying , developing and winning new business opportunities across the social housing and public sector markets

Building strong relationships with key decision-makers and positioning JPS as a trusted partner

Developing innovative, evidence-led proposals that deliver value and efficiency for customers

Managing and maintaining a strong pipeline of opportunities through effective CRM management

Working collaboratively with internal teams including Bids, Estimating, Operations and Partnerships to deliver winning customer solutions

Supporting contract mobilisation, retention and ongoing customer engagement activities

Representing JPS at exhibitions, customer events and industry networking opportunities

Championing social value initiatives that support communities and strengthen customer partnerships

Monitoring market trends, customer insight and commercial performance to identify opportunities for growth

What We’re Looking For Proven experience in business development, sales or strategic partnerships within a customer-facing environment

Experience with in the Public Sector or social housing sector is preferred

Strong commercial awareness with a track record of delivering profitable growth

Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation and influencing skills

Ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage pipelines, priorities and reporting effectively

Experience working collaboratively across multiple business functions

Good understanding of public sector procurement processes and commercial agreements

Confidence using Microsoft Office packages and CRM systems such as SalesforceA proactive, results-driven approach with the resilience and energy to succeed in a fast-paced environment

What’s in it for you Competitive Basic Salary Performance Related Bonus
34 days holiday per year Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) with Legal & General Life Assurance – From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings.

Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of high street and online discounts via Reward Gateway Aviva Digicare + Workplace App, including access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, mental health consultations, bereavement support and nutritional consultations

Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2

Work, Benenden Healthcare and Critical Illness Cover Refer a Friend scheme

Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks Why STARK?

We’re proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK and dedicated to providing top-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We’re a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that is dedicated to providing great service, we want to hear from you. Apply today.

What’s next…If your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and answer any initial questions you may have.

Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best.

STARK Building Materials UK is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
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