Commercial Manager in Chippenham)

Glen Callum Associates; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive aftermarket company in Wiltshire is seeking a Commercial Manager. This pivotal role involves leading product development, pricing strategies, and enhancing market competitiveness. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in the automotive aftermarket and strong commercial acumen. The position offers up to £70K salary, bonus potential, and excellent career development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Bonus up to £10K

Pension

Health Care after qualifying period

20 days holiday plus BH

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket in a commercial, product, or pricing role.
• Background as a Commercial Manager or Product Manager with leadership potential.
• Proven track record of improving performance and margin.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Department focused on product and commercial development.
• Define and execute product and pricing strategies.
• Work cross-functionally with various departments.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager - Automotive Aftermarket

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

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Job Ref: 4193RCC - Commercial Manager