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Our Business Development Manager – Corporate Gifting At The Newt, gifting is considered, crafted and rooted in the provenance and seasonality of our Farm. Our corporate hampers reflect the quality of our estate: distinctive, elegant and designed to leave a lasting impression. We are seeking a Business Development Manager to lead and significantly scale our corporate gifting business. This is a revenue-critical role with clear accountability for delivering ambitious sales targets, securing large-scale corporate partnerships and driving sustained year-on-year growth. You will take ownership of the corporate sales strategy, developing a strong pipeline of high-value opportunities and converting major accounts across blue-chip organisations, luxury brands and leading institutions. From traditional Christmas hampers to all year round high-volume collaborations, you will position The Newt as the premium partner of choice within the corporate gifting market. This role demands commercial rigour, strategic relationship management and disciplined execution, particularly during peak trading periods.
Job Responsibility:
Own and deliver agreed annual revenue and margin targets
Develop and execute a robust corporate sales strategy focused on high value, large scale accounts
Build, manage and convert a strong pipeline, maintaining clear forecasting and accountability against targets
Secure new business through proactive outreach, tender participation and strategic networking
Lead negotiations on pricing, volume and contractual terms, protecting profitability at scale
Drive growth within existing key accounts, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities
Oversee end-to-end delivery of major seasonal programmes, particularly Christmas, ensuring commercial and operational excellence
Collaborate closely with Buying, Merchandising, Operations and Finance teams to ensure margin control, stock planning and fulfilment alignment
Monitor market trends, competitor activity and pricing dynamics within the premium hamper sector
Report regularly on pipeline health, performance against budget and growth strategy
Requirements:
Significant B2B sales experience within luxury gifting, premium food, hospitality or a related sector
Experience managing and developing team members, with confident leadership and delegation skills
Proven track record of delivering and exceeding substantial revenue targets
Experience using a CRM, preferably HubSpot
Demonstrable success securing and managing high-value corporate contracts
Strong commercial acumen with experience in pricing strategy, forecasting and margin management
Confident negotiator, comfortable operating at a senior level
Highly disciplined approach to pipeline management and sales reporting
Resilient and performance-driven, particularly in peak seasonal trading environments
Strong understanding of the UK corporate gifting and hamper market
Excellent presentation and communication skills, with attention to detail befitting a premium brand
What we offer:
Employee Life Cover
Employee Assistance Programme with unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments
Complimentary access to Spa and swimming pools
50% off Spa Treatments
Complimentary use of gym and wellbeing classes
Cycle to Work scheme
Complimentary staff meal
30% discount in shops and online with free delivery
Complimentary garden membership for The Newt and partner gardens
Colleague recognition programme – Newt Awards with rewards including complimentary Hotel Stay
Discounted hotel stays with 30% discount at restaurants
Regular team engagement activities including Fun Squad events