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Strategic Partner Acquisition Manager

London💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-07 → 2026-09-27

Core

Secure new experience partners (spa days, skydives, gourmet treats, adventures) to expand Buyagift and Red Letter Days' UK portfolio.

Role type

Strategic Partner Acquisition Manager (B2B Sales/Business Development)

Builds

A diversified network of experience providers for the UK gift market

Domain

Gifting, Experiences, Hospitality, Leisure, Travel

Deliverable

Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> client delivery (new commercial partnerships)

Required skills

B2B sales, prospecting, pitching, negotiation, contract management, pipeline management, CRM usage, commercial judgement, relationship building

Preferred skills

Marketplace/e-commerce/travel/hospitality experience, existing network in hospitality/leisure/wellness, partner onboarding knowledge, category management understanding

Technologies

CRM tools

Responsibilities

Manage prioritized target list of prospective partners; Research and approach high-potential partners; Build qualified pipeline from outreach to signed agreement; Develop tailored outreach strategies; Pitch to C-level decision-makers; Negotiate commercially sound agreements; Collaborate with Category Managers on supply gaps; Source partners to improve portfolio quality and coverage; Share market insights; Ensure smooth handover to Onboarding teams; Attend industry events; Monitor competitor activity

Seniority

Individual Contributor, Mid-Senior Level

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