Commercial Manager

ACS Staffing Solutions; Little Stukeley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Commercial Manager to join their team. This role involves driving growth, developing customer relationships, and delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience in FMCG or retail account management, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have strong commercial acumen. Responsibilities include overseeing sales forecasting, collaborating with teams, and supporting product launches to ensure outstanding customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial/account management role within FMCG or retail.
• Strong commercial acumen to identify and leverage opportunities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail customers.
• Drive growth strategies to identify new commercial opportunities.
• Support new product launches and seasonal ranges.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Tools

ERP Systems (Rubicon)

Job description

Commercial Manager

Location: Alconbury

Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary £40,000 + DOE

We’re working with a fantastic business who are looking for a Commercial Manager to join their team and play a key role in driving growth, developing customer relationships, and delivering innovative solutions to the market.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in FMCG or retail account management who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact.

Duties

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key retail customers.
• Driving growth strategies and identifying new commercial opportunities.
• Supporting new product launches and seasonal ranges across peak trading periods (Christmas, Easter, Spring).
• Collaborating cross-functionally with NPD, Technical, Supply Chain, and Planning teams to ensure smooth delivery.
• Overseeing sales forecasting, pricing, and category management.
• Resolving challenges quickly to maintain outstanding customer service.

The Candidate

• Proven experience in a commercial / account management role within FMCG, retail, or a similar fast-paced sector.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to spot and leverage opportunities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with ERP systems (such as Rubicon) would be an advantage.
• A proactive, dynamic, and enthusiastic approach to work.