Commercial Director - Fresh Produce

MorePeople; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

An established fresh produce company in London is seeking a Commercial Director to develop relationships and drive sales. This role focuses on moving away from commodity pricing to add value for customers. The ideal candidate will leverage experience to increase sales margins and work closely with retailers. This is a unique opportunity to join a company with potential for internal progression.

Responsibilities

• Drive deeper relationships with retailers.
• Leverage consumer data to increase sales.
• Impact overall business margin positively.

Job description

Overview

Commercial Director - Fresh Produce This role is all about developing new and existing relationships to increase sales and basket mix.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established business who have a nice mix of customers. They have ambitions to drive the business forward and want to do more with their customers, as well as approach new outlets for their quality products.

It's a great time to join the business with the potential for internal progression.

Part of the challenge is that, like so many fresh produce businesses, there is a desire to move away from commodity pricing and add more value to the customers and consumers. Having a healthier bottom line when there are so many challenges facing the sector is tough. But that's where you can come in.

Responsibilities

• You'll utilise your experience to drive deeper, more meaningful relationships with the retailers.
• You'll leverage consumer data, existing lines, relationships and new products to increase sales and overall basket mix.
• In turn, this will have a positive impact on the overall business margin.

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Piqued your interest? Please apply below or get in touch with tom at morepeople.co.uk