Business Development Manager (London)

Strategic Account Manager

Ivalua

STRATEGIC ACCOUNT MANAGER (M/F) (London, UK) Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a leading global provider of cloud-based procurement solutions. COMPANY OVERVIEW At Ivalua we are a global community of exceptional professionals, who believe that digital transformation revolutionises supply chain sustainability and resiliency to unlock the power of supplier collaboration.  We achieve this through our leading cloud-based spend management platform that empowers hundreds of the world's most admired brands to effectively manage all categories of spend and all suppliers to increase profitability, improve ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) performance, lower risk, and improve productivity. Driven by our passions and fueled by our shared ambitions, we empower and challenge each other to create meaningful experiences for our colleagues, customers, partners, and communities.  Learn more at www.ivalua.com. Follow us on LinkedIn THE OPPORTUNITY CONTEXT:  Our Strategic Account Management team operates across EMEA, AMER, and APAC regions. The team plays a critical role in our sales department working with our strategic accounts focusing on up- and cross sales.  ROLE:  The Strategic Account Manager (SAM) is an integral part of Ivalua’s Sales organization. This person is responsible for deepening Ivalua’s relationship within our larger established customers and growing the footprint of our solutions within these organizations in the North EMEA region. This role carries an annual software subscription booking target.  WHAT YOU WILL DO WITH US * Establish Ivalua as a trusted advisor to key customers.  Consult in the design of customers’ digital transformation roadmap and advise on how Ivalua’s solutions can help provide the automation, transparency, and accountability in other areas of their business.  * Ensure optimal adoption of Ivalua’s solutions within our customers supporting delivery of greater ROI to the assigned strategic accounts.  * Work collaboratively with Customer Success, Professional Services, and Implementation partners to identify, develop value propositions/business cases in support of selling additional Ivalua software modules. * Identify internal champions and develop relationships at all levels within the customer’s organization. YOUR PROFILE If you have the below experience and strengths this role could be for you. Skills and Experience: * Experience in customer facing roles either as Consultant, a Strategic Account Manager or Services Delivery * Keen understanding and demonstrated experience in navigating large, complex organizations. * Knowledge of procurement industry practices, technology and what it takes to make technology implementations successful. * Possesses the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and client teams. * Detail oriented and able to recognize the needs of others.  Possess the ability to be a listener and make people feel heard as well as the skills to be a mediator when necessary. * Strong executive presence with the ability to command the room and drive discussions towards positive outcomes. * Excellent communication skills in English is a must * Ideal background as a consultant, in delivery or a strategic account manager in the procurement digitalization space Preferred Education: * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required WHAT HAPPENS NEXT If your application fits this specific position’s needs, our skilled Talent team will reach out to schedule an initial screening call. Get one step closer to achieving your goals – apply today!  Our Talent team will guide you through every step of the interview process - from preparation to completion. They're here to support you!  Our recruitment process is designed to assess your competencies through a series of personalised interviews with internal stakeholders relevant to the role.  Interviews will be conducted virtually via video or on-site with face-to-face meetings. LIFE AT IVALUA * Hybrid working model (3 days in the office per week) * We're a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of product innovation and technology * Sustainable Growth, Privately Held * A stable and cash-flow positive Company since 10 years * Snacks and weekly lunches in the office * Feel empowered to pursue your goals with improved team collaboration and increased creativity/productivity * Unlock and unleash your full professional potential with our exceptional training and career development program * Join a dynamic and international team of top-notch professionals who are experts in their respective fields. Collaborate with like-minded individuals who are deeply passionate and highly motivated about their work. Experience a truly diverse and inclusive work environment where your unique contributions are highly valued * Regular social events, competitive outings, team running events, and musical activities, * Comparably recognized Ivalua for the following (https://www.comparably.com/companies/ivalua) : Powered by People - Powered by You! United by our values we embrace diversity and equity in the broadest possible sense to create an inclusive workplace. To help our customers make supply chains more efficient, sustainable and resilient, we rely on a global team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views. We believe in equal opportunity and in diversity as a driver of innovation that cultivates a spirit of inclusiveness, creates a productive and fun place to work, and provides fulfilling career opportunities for all Ivaluans. https://www.linkedin.com/company/ivalua/about/ Experience life at Ivalua - check out our captivating video! Gain insight into our unique company culture and get a glimpse of what it's like to work with us. #LI-SG1 #LI-HYBRID #LI-DNI

Business Development Executive (London)

Fresha

The AI-powered OS for beauty, wellness and self-care About Fresha Fresha is the AI-powered operating system for the global beauty, wellness and self-care industry, connecting and powering everything from salons and barbers to spas, medspas, fitness studios and health practices. Trusted by millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. Fresha is used by 140,000+ businesses and 450,000+ stylists and professionals worldwide, processing over 1 billion appointments to date. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with 15 global offices located across North America, EMEA and APAC. Fresha allows consumers to discover, book and pay for beauty and wellness appointments with local businesses via its marketplace, while beauty and wellness businesses and professionals use an all-in-one platform to manage their entire operations with an intuitive business software and financial technology solutions.   Fresha’s ecosystem gives merchants everything they need to run their business seamlessly by facilitating appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records management, marketing automation, loyalty, beauty products inventory and team management.   The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for partner businesses by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and advanced integrations with major tech brands including Instagram, Facebook and Google. Role Overview   Given our exciting and progressive growth plans, we are looking for an exceptional Entry-Level Business Development Executive to come and join our global business.   Reporting directly to the Team Lead, and working collaboratively with the Commercial team and potential partners, you will be 100% focused on bringing in new business development.    This is a great opportunity for someone looking to work in a fast-paced and changing environment, who likes to work autonomously, enjoys a challenge and wants to make an impact.   To foster a collaborative environment that thrives on face-to-face interactions and teamwork, this role will be based in our dog-friendly office 5 days per week. London office address: The Bower, The Tower, 207 Old St, London, EC1V 9NR

Business Development Representative

Payhawk

Company Mission Payhawk is a leading global spend management solution for scaling businesses. Headquartered in London and combining company cards, reimbursable expenses and accounts payable into a single product; its future-facing technology enables finance teams to control and automate company spending at scale. The Payhawk customer base includes fast-growing and mature multinational companies in 32 countries including LuxAir and Wagestream. With offices in New York, London, Berlin, Munich , Barcelona, Paris, Amsterdam, Vilnius and Sofia; Payhawk is backed by renowned investors such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, Greenoaks, QED Investors, Bek Ventures and Eleven Ventures. Our values include supporting flat hierarchies, taking ownership and responsibility, seeking and providing feedback, managing constructive critique, and speaking our minds. We understand that the best ideas don’t all come from the same place, so we encourage diversity and inclusion in all areas of our work. The future of fintech is about more than money, and we believe in work-life balance, continual learning, and empowered teams. We’re also on a journey to measure and improve our environmental and social impact. From virtual cards to digital subscriptions, our software and automation help take paper out of the equation for our customers, too. We’re changing the world of payments, and we’re looking for an exceptional team to help us.    Role Mission We’re looking for an ambitious, self-driven, and adaptable individual based in London, who wants to be a part of a huge success story. As a Business Development Representative (BDR) at Payhawk, you’ll generate new leads and business opportunities for the UK market, playing a pivotal role in shaping our success. You’ll be the first to introduce our platform to potential customers, building relationships and driving pipeline opportunities for our Account Executives. What will your day look like? * Take ownership of your outbound prospecting campaigns, using a mix of outreach strategies—such as emails, calls, social selling, and events—to engage prospective clients * Leverage marketing-led demand generation campaigns, identifying and following up with prospects to build relationships and generate leads * Build a strong sales pipeline for the UK market, specifically targeting companies with over 200 employees that fit our Ideal Customer Profile * Proactively identify new niches and create innovative campaign ideas to continuously improve outreach * Analyse your outreach efforts and campaign results to draw insights and refine future strategies * Manage a pipeline of potential clients, ensuring consistent coverage to exceed monthly targets and drive sustainable growth What does it take to be a successful BDR at Payhawk? * A drive to exceed sales targets and progress quickly your career * Motivation to make a measurable impact * Resilience and a growth mindset * Feeling comfortable working in a fast-paced environment * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Fluency in English (min. C1) * Excitement to work in an AI-first environment, actively using AI tools to move faster, cut repetitive work and have more impact Why should you join us? * Clear development opportunities toward a Senior BDR role, followed by a transition into an Account Executive position * Structured onboarding, sales coaching, and powerful enablement tools to help you succeed * Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission * Global FinTech (Series B) with $236M in funding * First Bulgarian unicorn with 350 employees globally * 4 days in the office per week to collaborate, learn and win together as a team * 30 days of paid time off + 12 work-from-anywhere days * Health and fitness membership * Two company on-sites per year in Bulgaria * Opportunity to use the Payhawk product, with a monthly commuting allowance of 150EUR