Business Development Executive

We’re looking for a commercially minded Business Development Executive to drive the growth of our Commercial ReUse strategy. You’ll identify new opportunities, develop commercial propositions, and work with internal teams and clients to unlock value from unsold returns. This role will help expand ReUse into new markets, build financial models, and support profitable, sustainable growth across the Group.

What you’ll be doing:

• Play a key role in shaping and delivering scalable Commercial ReUse initiatives that strengthen the group’s market position.
• Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to identify and onboard clients suited to ReUse solutions.
• Develop new revenue streams by turning early-stage ideas into commercially viable propositions.
• Explore innovative partnerships and alternative routes to market to drive incremental growth.
• Support sustainability goals by reducing waste and improving operational efficiency across the supply chain.
• Contribute to strong commercial governance and effective margin management across ReUse initiatives.

We are looking for people with:

• Experience in media distribution, logistics, FMCG or similar.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to develop business cases.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with the confidence to negotiate and influence partners.
• Highly motivated, organised with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Exposure to inventory management, production planning or supply chain operations.

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. If you’re excited about the role and believe you could be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.

What’s in it for you:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Contributory pension, including life assurance, and income protection
• Informal hybrid working arrangements, combining in-office and remote/home working.
• Additional leave: 2 paid volunteering days per year and family‑friendly policy
• Wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme
• On‑site gym and parking at Stuart House, Peterborough
• Reward Gateway scheme – Smart Spending App with access to a range of deals and discounts
• Salary‑sacrifice options including private medical insurance, car scheme, and holiday purchase scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Executive coaching and mentoring available to all colleagues

About us

Join the Frontline Group – Making the Complex Simple. Frontline Group is made up of three dynamic business units – Frontline Distribution Solutions, Frontline Retail Solutions, and Gold Key Media – supported by key enabling functions. United by our mission to ‘Make the Complex Simple’, we’re the UK’s leading retail sales, marketing, and distribution company, with a strong presence in publishing and home entertainment.

We collaborate with UK and international retailers, wholesalers, and supply chain partners to deliver on our clients’ commercial goals with the vision to be the most valued Distribution and Retail solutions partner. We partner with iconic UK magazine publishers, representing titles like Radio Times, Good Housekeeping, TV Choice, Heat, Top Gear, Grazia, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Empire, National Geographic, and many more. We also work with major film studios to manage DVD distribution in grocery retail and run the book category for retailers such as Morrisons and Waitrose. We are currently expanding into additional categories such as music, collectables and other exciting products. Through Gold Key Media, we also manage premium brand placements across, hotels, travel hubs, and world famous events internationally.

Jointly owned by Bauer Media and Immediate Media Company (Hubert Burda Media), Frontline Group offers career opportunities across a wide range of business areas. We’re passionate about developing talent and have a strong track record of helping our people grow and thrive.

Our Culture

Our teams are made up of trusted industry professionals. We celebrate diversity and ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

Our I ACT values — Impact, Ambition, Collaboration, and Trust — drive sustainable performance, business growth, continuous innovation, and a happy work environment.

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