Commercial Manager

Glen Callum Associates Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic automotive aftermarket company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead its commercial function. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket, a strong acumen for commercial strategies, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The role offers a competitive salary up to £70K plus bonus, along with excellent career development opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Bonus up to £10K

Pension

20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Health Care after qualifying period

Qualifications

• 2+ years in the automotive aftermarket, preferably in a commercial, product, or pricing role.
• Experience as a Commercial Manager or Product Manager with proven results in improving performance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Department across product and commercial development.
• Define and execute product and pricing strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee the product lifecycle and improve market performance.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We're recruiting a Commercial Manager to join a well-established and growing automotive aftermarket business known for its customer focus, innovation, and collaborative team environment. This is a pivotal role where you'll lead the commercial function across product development, pricing, strategy, and market competitiveness.

This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced Commercial Manager, or an ambitious Product Manager or Pricing Manager / Procurement Manager ready to step up or across and demonstrate they have what it takes to succeed at a senior level.

Salary - Up to 70K basic plus Bonus (up to 10K) + Pension + 20 days hols (plus BH 28 days) + Health Care (after qualifying period)

Ideal Location - Wiltshire - Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Salisbury

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Department, spanning product and commercial development
• Define and execute product and pricing strategy, aligned with company goals
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, Technical, and Purchasing
• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept to end-of-life
• Maintain catalogue accuracy (TecDoc, MAM) and improve market performance
• Develop pricing strategies and conduct in-depth competitor and market analysis
• Introduce new commercial initiatives that challenge and outperform competitors
• Support the Sales team with technical product insight, cross-referencing, and sourcing
• Use data to build pricing models, improve forecasting, and track trends
• Present clear strategies and results to internal stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years in the automotive aftermarket - in a commercial, product, or pricing role
• Background as a Commercial Manager or Product Manager with leadership potential
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of improving performance and margin
• Confident working cross-functionally and presenting data-driven insight
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills
• A creative and competitive mindset - always looking to innovate and improve
• Driven, analytical, and looking to grow within a progressive business

Why Join Us

• A strategic leadership role in a respected, growing aftermarket company
• Room to make a real impact and influence business direction
• Excellent career development opportunity - future leadership potential
• Collaborative team culture and supportive senior leadership

Apply in Confidence

Send your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd - OR call (phone number removed) for a chat in confidence.

Job Ref: 4193RCC - Commercial Manager