Retail Business Consultant
Posted 2 days ago by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Retail Business Consultant role at Goodyear is a fixed-term contract focused on supporting the growth of the fleet service network through business development, operational support, and project coordination. The position requires collaboration with partners to enhance performance and ensure adherence to brand standards. The consultant will also analyze data to inform strategic decisions and support the rollout of new programs. This role is essential for maintaining strong partner relationships and driving continuous improvement within the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with fleet service partners to develop and deliver business plans, monitor performance, and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Analyse sales and performance data to inform decision-making and guide pricing, service mix, and profitability strategies.
- Support the rollout of new programs, tools, and systems, including coordination with service providers and IT platforms.
- Ensure consistent application of brand standards, processes, and retail guidelines, including audits and follow-up actions.
- Plan and coordinate projects, workshops, and training sessions to support partner capability and engagement.
- Provide day-to-day operational and administrative support, including contract management, audit preparation, and progress tracking.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to keep initiatives on track and communication clear.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity, contributing insights to continuous improvement and strategic planning.
- Support network expansion, onboarding of new partners, and retention initiatives.
Key Skills:
- Experience in sales, business development, or operations/project coordination.
- Experience in automotive/tire industry is desirable.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
- Confident communicator who builds positive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify practical solutions.
- Proactive and dependable, with a collaborative and supportive approach to teamwork.
- Comfortable working with digital tools, systems, and standard office software.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Birmingham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Retail Business Consultant (FTC)
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Fixed Term Contract – Maternity Cover
About Goodyear
We’re dedicated to producing, innovating, and servicing the best tires in the world. For over 125 years, Goodyear has led the way in developing smart solutions that shape the future of mobility. Today, we’re one global team united by bold thinking, relentless drive, and a passion to exceed expectations. If you’re ready to embrace change and make an impact in your career, let’s go.
Why This Role Matters
This role plays a key part in supporting the growth and success of our fleet service network. By combining business development, operational support, and project coordination, you’ll help ensure consistent brand standards, strong partner relationships, and effective delivery of strategic initiatives across the business.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with fleet service partners to develop and deliver business plans, monitor performance, and identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Analyse sales and performance data to inform decision-making and guide pricing, service mix, and profitability strategies
- Support the rollout of new programs, tools, and systems, including coordination with service providers and IT platforms
- Ensure consistent application of brand standards, processes, and retail guidelines, including audits and follow-up actions
- Plan and coordinate projects, workshops, and training sessions to support partner capability and engagement
- Provide day-to-day operational and administrative support, including contract management, audit preparation, and progress tracking
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to keep initiatives on track and communication clear
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity, contributing insights to continuous improvement and strategic planning
- Support network expansion, onboarding of new partners, and retention initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in sales, business development, or operations/project coordination.
- Experience in automotive/tire industry is desirable
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs
- Confident communicator who builds positive relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify practical solutions
- Proactive and dependable, with a collaborative and supportive approach to teamwork
- Comfortable working with digital tools, systems, and standard office software.
We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply.
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to Goodyear.com.
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.