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Business Development Partner
Business Development Partner – Public Sector (Cambridge, Norfolk, East Midlands, Yorkshire & North East)
About Jewson Partnership Solutions (JPS)
Jewson Partnership Solutions (JPS) specialise in providing innovative solutions and building materials tailored to the Public Sector, including Housing Associations and Local Authorities. We are seeking a commercially driven and relationship-focused professional to transform new business opportunities and strengthen long-term partnerships.
Key Requirements All applicants must hold a full UK driving licence.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive business developer who thrives on building trust, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering outstanding customer solutions. You’ll work across the social housing and public sector markets, driven by collaboration, innovation, and strategic impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
Core Responsibilities
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Identify and develop new business opportunities – Target social housing and public sector customers, from Housing Associations to Local Authorities, across Cambridge, Norfolk, the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North East.
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Build trusted partnerships – Engage with key decision-makers to position JPS as a strategic supplier who understands and delivers value.
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Craft innovative solutions – Develop evidence-led proposals that enhance customer efficiency and outcomes.
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Manage sales pipelines – Track opportunities through CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and maintain a strong pipeline of potential deals.
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Collaborate across internal teams – Work closely with Bid, Estimating, Operations, and Partnerships to deliver winning customer solutions.
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Support customer engagement – Assist in contract mobilisation, retention, and ongoing relationship management.
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Represent JPS externally – Participate in exhibitions, customer events, and industry networking to bolster brand credibility.
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Champion social value – Lead initiatives that strengthen community partnerships and demonstrate societal impact.
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- Monitor market trends – Stay ahead of public sector procurement developments, customer needs, and competitive insights to drive growth.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships, with a customer-facing focus.
- Preferred sector experience – Familiarity with Public Sector or social housing procurement is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Sharp commercial acumen – Track record of driving profitable growth and delivering measurable results.
- Exceptional communication, presentation & negotiation skills – Ability to influence, persuade, and build rapport at all levels.
- Strong relationship-building abilities – Experience in collaborating with internal/external stakeholders.
- Stringent organisational skills – Must be capable of managing pipelines, priorities, and reporting efficiently.
- Cross-functional collaboration – Experience working with multiple business teams (Bid, Sales, Operations, etc.).
- Government procurement knowledge – Understanding of public sector contracts, policies, and commercial agreements.
- Technical proficiency – Confident in using Microsoft Office and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce).
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and resilient – Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strategically minded – Focused on long-term solutions, not just quick wins.
What’s In It For You
JPS and the STARK Building Materials group are committed to rewarding and supporting our people. Here’s what you’ll benefit from:
- Competitive salary – Market-leading base package.
- Performance-related bonus – Additional earnings based on individual and team success.
- Generous holiday entitlement – 34 days per year, scheduled flexibly.
- Enhanced retirement savings – Access to a Legal & General Pension Plan.
- From Day 1, you’re covered for a £2x basic salary lump-sum death in service benefit.
- If you auto-enrol in the STARK Retirement Savings Plan and contribute 4%, this increases to £4x Pensionable Earnings.
- Reward Gateway – High-value discounts on top retailers, dining, travel, and online shopping.
- Wellbeing support – Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App offering:
- On-demand digital GP consultations.
- Second medical opinions and mental health support.
- Bereavement and nutrition guidance.
- Extensive voluntary benefits including:
- Car Salary Sacrifice (VWFS).
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme.
- Benenden Private Healthcare.
- Critical Illness Cover.
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme – Earn rewards for connecting fellow professionals.
- Wellbeing Centre – Portal for mental health resources, training, and support.
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Why Join STARK?
At STARK Building Materials, we take pride in delivering excellence in products and service. Join a supportive, collaborative team where passion, integrity, and innovation drive everything we do. Whether you love strategic planning, customer problem-solving, or industry leadership, our culture encourages you to pursue your career goals while making a tangible difference in the public sector.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to take your career forward and become part of STARK’s growth story, we’d love to hear from you.
Application Process
- Apply confidentially via the provided channel.
- If shortlisted, our recruitment in-house team will follow up with interview invitations and preliminary questions.
To ensure fairness:
- We offer part-time or job share discussions for advertised full-time roles on a case-by-case basis.
- If you need reasonable adjustments (e.g., accessibility or support during the process), please inform us—we’re happy to assist.
Important Note STARK Building Materials UK is Ban the Box, meaning we evaluate qualifications first. All criminal convictions are considered only when relevant to the role, on a case-by-case basis.
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