Commercial Manager

The Compleat Food Group; Middlesbrough; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Commercial Manager to drive growth for major retail accounts in a dynamic chilled food sector. You will take full ownership of key accounts, leveraging your expertise in data analysis and retail strategy while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

33 Days annual leave

Employee Volunteering Days

Retail discount scheme

Employee well-being support

Training opportunities

Charity Initiatives

24/7 Grocery Aid access

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience managing major retail customers in chilled food.
• Proven ability to scale branded business in a competitive retail environment.
• Confidente in data analysis and financials.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial ownership of a major retail account.
• Lead growth of branded product range.
• Analyse data and present recommendations.

Skills

Data Analysis

Commercial Instincts

Presentation Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Experience in managing major retail customers

Job description

Commercial Manager – Chilled Food

Home-Based | UK Travel (Including Redhill, Middlesbrough & London | Full-Time

Driving Licence Required

Are you a commercially savvy, self-sufficient professional with a passion for chilled food and the drive to grow a branded business? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

The Compleat Food Group are Category leaders – our ability to drive growth for our customers is through our focus on understanding our consumers and our relentless pursuit of innovation – we have the courage to think differently, raise the bar and challenge the status quo.

Due to further continued growth in our business we’re looking to add to our Commercial team and recruit for an ambitious Commercial Manager to take full ownership of one of our highest-profile customer accounts, you will be managing a mix of own label and branded chilled food products. With a strong seasonal focus and evolving customer demands, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our branded offer while maintaining the strength of our core own-label relationships.

What You'll Be Doing

• Taking full commercial ownership of a key major retail customer account.
• Leading the growth of our branded product range, identifying and exploiting new opportunities within the account.
• Managing seasonal demand and product strategy, working closely with supply chain and NPD teams.
• Analysing data to make commercially sound decisions and present compelling, insight-led recommendations.
• Preparing and delivering high-impact presentations to retail buyers and senior stakeholders.
• Building strong cross-functional relationships internally and externally to deliver account growth.
  
  

Who We're Looking For

• 3+ years’ experience managing major retail customers, within chilled food.
• Proven ability to grow and scale branded business in a competitive retail environment.
• Strong commercial instincts – you spot the small wins and build from them.
• Confident with data analysis and financials, able to manipulate data to support strategic decisions.
• A natural presenter, capable of influencing at all levels, both internally and with customers.
• Proactive, resilient, and comfortable working autonomously – someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• A valid UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to Redhill, Middlesbrough, and London as needed.
  
  

Benefits

• Car Allowance
• Bonus
• 33 Days annual leave
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a Commercial Manager role – it's a chance to make your mark on a growing branded portfolio within a fast growing, dynamic chilled food business. You’ll be supported by a very experienced team to drive performance, think creatively, and grow your career in a business that values ownership, action, and results.

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to [e-mail] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.

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