Rapid Delivery Partnership Manager
Added 25 Sept · still live
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Salary
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£55,200
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3556 (81% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and Tesco is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2432 (Marketing and commercial managers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Most likely code | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
2432 Marketing and commercial managers Also possible | £35,000 | £40,000 | £45,100 | £50,100 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About the role
As a Rapid Delivery Partnerships Manager, you'll play a central role in driving the performance, growth and evolution of Tesco's rapid delivery channel. Working with some of the world's largest delivery platforms, you'll be responsible for developing strategic partnerships, delivering commercial growth, influencing key business decisions and helping shape the future of rapid delivery at Tesco.
This role sits at the intersection of partnerships, trading, marketing, customer proposition, operations, technology and commercial strategy, offering broad exposure across the business and the opportunity to work on one of Tesco's most exciting growth areas.
Following the recent announcement of Tesco's landmark partnerships with Uber Eats and Deliveroo, we're entering a new phase of growth in rapid delivery. Building on the success of Whoosh, one of the UK's leading rapid delivery businesses, these partnerships will extend Tesco's reach to millions of customers while creating significant opportunities for customer acquisition, innovation and long-term growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal moment in the development of the rapid delivery channel. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex commercial challenges and is excited by the opportunity to help shape one of Tesco's most important strategic growth opportunities.
You will be responsible for
As a Rapid Delivery Partnerships Manager, you'll play a central role in driving the performance, growth and evolution of Tesco's rapid delivery channel. Working with some of the world's largest delivery platforms, you'll be responsible for developing strategic partnerships, delivering commercial growth, influencing key business decisions and helping shape the future of rapid delivery at Tesco.
This role sits at the intersection of partnerships, trading, marketing, customer proposition, operations, technology and commercial strategy, offering broad exposure across the business and the opportunity to work on one of Tesco's most exciting growth areas.
Following the recent announcement of Tesco's landmark partnerships with Uber Eats and Deliveroo, we're entering a new phase of growth in rapid delivery. Building on the success of Whoosh, one of the UK's leading rapid delivery businesses, these partnerships will extend Tesco's reach to millions of customers while creating significant opportunities for customer acquisition, innovation and long-term growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal moment in the development of the rapid delivery channel. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex commercial challenges and is excited by the opportunity to help shape one of Tesco's most important strategic growth opportunities.
You will be responsible for
- Owning the commercial performance, growth and development of Tesco's rapid delivery partnerships, with accountability for partner P&L delivery.
- Building and managing strategic relationships with Uber Eats, Deliveroo and future rapid delivery partners.
- Delivering agreed sales, profit and growth targets across the rapid delivery channel.
- Developing and executing joint business plans that drive performance, customer growth and long-term value.
- Leading pricing, promotional and media strategies, including partner-funded investment and sponsored listings.
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- Experience in a commercial, partnerships, account management, digital, e-commerce or retail environment, with a track record of managing external relationships and delivering commercial results.
- Strong commercial, financial and analytical skills, with the ability to turn data and insight into actionable plans and recommendations.
- Excellent relationship-building, stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to work across multiple teams and senior stakeholders.
- Experience developing and delivering trading, promotional or growth plans that drive customer and commercial performance.
- Strong negotiation, prioritisation and project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A strategic and customer-focused mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.
- The ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and deliver results in a dynamic, evolving business environment.
- Experience within grocery, retail, digital commerce, marketplaces or partner-led business models would be beneficial.
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- Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary.
- Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).
- Private medical insurance.
- 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (12 months service required at the qualifying date) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
- Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Sales accounts and business development managers (SOC 3556) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~448k in sampleSOC 3556
- Middle half £40,144–71,448
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £55,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,600–49,680
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Tesco holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.