Commercial Business Development Manager

(Fulltime - 38 hrs per week)

Are you a solution-driven, adaptable leader who thrives in dynamic environments? Do you have a knack for connecting people and driving impactful commercial growth? Join us as a Commercial Business Development Manager. In this role, you’ll be a key player in shaping Action’s commercial success, using your insights to bring innovative solutions and connect teams across the business.
 

Meet your team:

As a Commercial Business Development Manager, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team dedicated to driving commercial excellence at Action. You’ll work closely with key departments, ensuring strategies align with our growth ambitions. Our team values adaptability and is excited to welcome new colleagues who bring fresh ideas, solutions, and a talent for building connections.
 

This is you:

You’re a highly analytical and strategic thinker who’s used to driving commercial outcomes. You thrive in dynamic environments, with a proactive approach to connecting people, solving complex problems, and delivering innovative solutions.

In addition, you:

• Have a degree-level education and 6+ years of experience in business development or a similar role.
• Ideally a background in consulting or investment banking.
• Excel at connecting with cross-functional teams, using your analytical and interpersonal skills to build impactful relationships.
• Are flexible, adaptable, and ready to take on challenges with creative solutions.
   

What we offer:

Surprisingly more! Based in our vibrant Netherlands headquarters, you’ll impact over 2,700 stores across 12 countries. Action’s ambitious growth means that you can take your career in exciting directions. Our team is dedicated to creating a supportive environment driven by teamwork, simplicity, and customer focus.

Our benefits include:

• A competitive salary & bonus structure.
• Company Car
• 24 holiday days, with an option to buy 5 more (based on 38 hours per week).
• Flexible hours and hybrid working environment.
• A 15% discount on Action purchases.
• Comprehensive pension scheme and collective health insurance.
   

How we contribute to society:

With over 15 million customers across Europe, Action is committed to making a difference in people’s lives. Our values; customer focus, teamwork, simplicity, discipline, cost-consciousness, and respect guide everything we do. As we grow, you’ll have endless opportunities to build skills, connect with people, and make a positive impact.
 

Interested?

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we warmly invite everyone who recognises themselves in this vacancy to apply. So take action and apply for this position now!

What Happens Next

1. Apply for the position.
2. We’ll review your application and get back to you promptly.
3. We’ll invite you for an interview to see if we’re a great match.
4. If selected, you’ll complete an online assessment.
5. Second interview: discuss the results and explore the role in depth.
6. If it’s a match, welcome aboard as our new Commercial Business Development Manager!
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Join our dynamic team and be part of something bigger!
 

Your Daily "Actions"

In this fast-paced role, you’ll work at the heart of our commercial strategy, bringing your flexibility and solution-oriented approach to create tangible business outcomes. You’ll be collaborating closely with departments such as Buying, Quality, Sourcing & Operations, and Programs & Processes, connecting people and ideas to drive growth and efficiency. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing data-driven strategies that enhance commercial performance and drive business growth.
• Conducting in-depth market analysis and competitive benchmarking to uncover commercial opportunities and support decision-making.
• Collaborating across departments to connect insights with execution, ensuring that commercial initiatives are cohesive and aligned.
• Providing clear, strategic recommendations on product performance, competitive positioning, and revenue generation, guiding senior leadership decisions.
• Driving commercial initiatives that align with Action’s long-term goals, contributing to our ambitious growth trajectory.

Key tasks and responsibilities include:

• Lead the development of commercial strategies, turning insights into actionable plans that meet our growth and efficiency targets.
• Analyse market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor activity to inform our commercial decisions.
• Work alongside Buying, Quality, Sourcing & Operations, and Programs & Processes teams, using your people skills to ensure alignment with overall business and financial objectives.
• Provide regular updates on performance metrics, risks, and opportunities, offering alternate solutions when challenges arise.
• Champion commercial initiatives that enhance process efficiency, improve customer experience, and connect stakeholders across the organisation.