Business Development Manager - Sneaker Partnerships | UK (Remote)

Business Development Manager – Sneaker Partnerships | UK (Remote)

Location: United Kingdom (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-time
Headcount: 1
Nationality: Open (Chinese or International Candidates)

Salary Range: 90,000 – 200,000 GBP per year

About the Role

We are looking for a Business Development Manager with strong experience in the sneaker industry to develop partnerships across the United Kingdom.

This role focuses on expanding relationships with sneaker brands, retailers, distributors, and resellers , securing high-demand inventory, and strengthening the platforms presence within the UK sneaker ecosystem.

The position is fully remote and involves close collaboration with international teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop partnerships with sneaker brands, retailers, distributors, and resellers across the United Kingdom

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners in the UK sneaker ecosystem

• Secure high-demand sneaker inventory , including limited editions, collectible models, and exclusive releases

• Expand the platforms seller network and marketplace supply in the sneaker category

• Identify market opportunities and new partnership channels within the UK sneaker market

• Lead commercial negotiations and partnership agreements with sellers and partners

• Develop strategies to increase marketplace activity, inventory availability, and category revenue

• Collaborate with marketing, operations, logistics, and finance teams to onboard partners and support execution

• Monitor market trends, brand activities, and resale dynamics within the sneaker industry

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, or marketplace growth

• Strong knowledge of the sneaker industry and resale market

• Existing network with sneaker brands, retailers, distributors, or resellers in the United Kingdom

• Experience negotiating commercial partnerships and supply agreements

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment

If you have a strong network within the UK sneaker industry and enjoy building partnerships that drive marketplace growth, we would love to hear from you.