Location: Winton, Bournemouth
Job Type: Full-time / PartnershipSalary: Profit Sharing + Up to 25% Equity, subject to investment, experience and level of involvement
Minimum Investment: £27,500
Visa Sponsorship: Available for the right candidate, subject to eligibility and UK immigration requirements
About the Business
We are looking for an ambitious, entrepreneurial Business Development Manager / Operating Partner to join and help grow an established grocery store and butchery business in Winton, Bournemouth.
The business is situated in a prime, high-footfall location with an established customer base and good existing customer relationships. We believe there is significant potential to develop the business further through improved operations, product development, local marketing, customer engagement, online sales and a stronger retail strategy.
This is not a passive investment opportunity. We are looking for someone who wants to be actively involved in the day-to-day operation and future development of the business.
The successful candidate will work closely with the existing owner to take responsibility for business operations, identify growth opportunities and help build the store into a stronger and more profitable retail business.
The Role
As Business Development Manager / Operating Partner, you will have an active role in managing and developing the business.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Taking an active role in the day-to-day operation of the grocery store and butchery
- Managing and improving retail operations, stock control and ordering
- Developing relationships with suppliers and negotiating better commercial terms
- Building strong and lasting relationships with customers and the local community
- Identifying new products and services that can increase sales and profitability
- Developing promotional campaigns and local marketing strategies
- Exploring opportunities for online ordering, delivery and digital sales
- Monitoring sales, costs, margins and overall business performance.
What You Will Gain
This opportunity is designed for someone who wants more than a conventional salaried management position.
You will gain:
- Hands-on experience running and developing a real retail and food business
- Direct involvement in business strategy and commercial decision-making
- Experience in grocery retail and butchery operations
- Experience managing suppliers, stock, margins and operating costs
- Experience in sales, marketing and customer relationship development
- The opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial and leadership skills
- The opportunity to build a business with an established customer base
- Profit-sharing based on the agreed partnership structure
- Potential equity of up to 25%, subject to investment, experience, responsibilities and level of involvement
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for an individual with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong leadership ability and genuine interest in building a business.
You should have:
- Previous experience in retail, grocery, food, hospitality, butchery or a related business environment
- Strong business-development and commercial awareness
- Good customer-service and relationship-building skills
- The ability to take responsibility and make decisions
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- The ability to manage staff and day-to-day operations
- A willingness to be hands-on and actively involved in the business
Investment & Partnership Structure
This is an active business partnership opportunity, not simply an investment or passive shareholder position.
A minimum investment of £27,500 is required from the successful candidate to participate in the proposed partnership structure.
Current company valuation over £125000 without the stock .
Full details of the proposed partnership, investment, responsibilities and equity structure will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
Visa Sponsorship
We welcome applications from candidates who are already legally based in the UK and who have the relevant skills and experience for this opportunity.
The investment and partnership opportunity is based on genuine business involvement, operational responsibility and business development. Sponsorship is not being offered in exchange for investment and does not guarantee a visa.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV on [email protected]
- A brief cover letter explaining:
- Why you are interested in this business partnership
- Your relevant retail/business/management experience
- How you would develop and grow the business
- Your expected level of involvement
- Your investment capacity/expectations
- Your current UK visa/status, if applicable
Email: [email protected]
We are particularly interested in candidates who see this as a long-term opportunity to build and grow a business together, rather than simply looking for a conventional job.
Benefits:
- Profit-sharing opportunity
- Potential equity participation
- On-site parking
- Hands-on entrepreneurial experience
- Opportunity for long-term business partnership
- UK visa sponsorship may be available for an eligible candidate
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
