Assistant Vice President – Business Development ( Strategic Sourcing )

About Us This opportunity is with Handelnine Global, an e-commerce company that owns and operates 15+ online retail brands in over 60 countries. The company has offices in India as well as the USA and serves global markets including the UK, USA, Europe, Australia, Middle East and Southeast Asia. At Handelnine Global, we're building a bold new future in global commerce. Our latest initiative aims to reshape how we reach customers across international markets. Powered by technology, data, and creative thinking, we're expanding into untapped channels and deepening our supplier relationships like never before. About the Role We’re looking for an Assistant Vice President – Business Development to lead the charge in expanding our global reach through new sourcing strategies and strategic partnerships. This is a high-impact role that combines business acumen, creative deal-making, and operational execution. You’ll help us build scalable supply relationships across categories and markets, and play a key part in driving one of the most ambitious growth journeys we’ve embarked on. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage relationships with brands, manufacturers, and distributors across key product categories. Structure innovative, flexible partnerships that align with our tech-led, demand-first supply model. Collaborate with internal teams to align sourcing with channel strategy and category expansion. Identify high-potential opportunities based on real-time data, customer behavior, and global trends. Contribute directly to the growth and expansion of a major global initiative, shaping how we scale across markets. Act as a connector across cross-functional teams—operations, sourcing, product, and marketing. What We’re Looking For 8–12 years of experience in business development, sourcing, category management, or partnerships. Comfort with ambiguity and a fast-paced, growth-stage environment. Excellent negotiation and communication skills with a strong commercial mindset. Experience working with or around international supply chains, marketplaces, or retail ecosystems is a plus. Self-starter who thrives with ownership and minimal supervision. A collaborative operator who can balance strategic vision with hands-on hustle. Show more Show less