(Senior) Business Development Manager AY Commerce (m/f/d)

As our new (Senior) Business Development Manager AY Commerce (m/f/d) you will lead various strategic and operational projects simultaneously within the core business of ABOUT YOU. As the project leader you will have end-to-end responsibility for your own projects reporting the results directly to the top management of ABOUT YOU.

You will play a key role in shaping the future of ABOUT YOU by addressing core strategic business questions in a high-paced tech and e-commerce environment. Thereby, you will develop a deep understanding of all business aspects of ABOUT YOU and quickly grow a comprehensive strategic and operational skill set. Your work will range from strategic growth projects (e.g., new business models, expansions), profitability-focussed projects (e.g. AI process automations) to exciting cross-company initiatives. 

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement key strategic and operational projects in cross-functional settings
• Act as a sparring partner for strategic tasks initiated by the Management Board
• Develop new business fields in collaboration with operational teams within the ABOUT YOU core business
• Conduct independent and complex analysis and translate insights into action
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders from all backgrounds & hierarchies
• Identify and analyze relevant KPIs and deduct concrete actions to develop our company

Requirements

• Strong academic track record at a top university
• Several years of practical experience in strategy & business development, in a leading consultancy or other fast-paced environments 
• Very good analytical skills and distinctive understanding of numbers / business modelling
• Empathy & communication skills - you get along well, communicate effectively and drive results with all kinds of stakeholders & personalities 
• Strong intrinsic motivation with a bias for action and willingness to take ownership
• Growth mindset & willingness to learn something everyday 
• Can do mentality - you don’t stop at obstacles but strive for alternate solutions 
• ​​​​​​​Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)

Benefits 

• Hybrid working model & flexible working hours
• Modern & dog-friendly office in the city centre with a variety of food options for lunch breaks
• Fresh fruit, vegetables & drinks in the office
• Exclusive employee discounts for our online shop
• Subsidised EGYM Wellpass membership & discounted gym memberships
• Growth and development opportunities through our AY Academy (including language courses, health & wellbeing, Meet the Teams)
• Mobility allowance and monthly allowance for Swapfiets
• Company pension
  

YOU ARE THE CORE OF ABOUT YOU
We take responsibility for creating an inclusive and exceptional environment where all genders, nationalities and ethnicities feel welcomed and accepted exactly as they are. We believe that a diverse workforce essentially contributes to the ABOUT YOU culture. In order to maintain talent and diversity, we emphasize the care for physical health, mental health and overall well-being. Our values and work ethics essentially contribute to our brand mission: empower acceptance and shape an inclusive, fair and circular fashion culture.

We look forward to receiving your application - preferably online via our application portal. This way we can guarantee a faster process and it is also very easy for you to upload your application documents!