Commercial Manager – Packaging Solutions

Wallace Hind; Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise multinationale dans le secteur de l'emballage recherche un Commercial Manager à Swansea. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience dans l'estimation et la gestion d'équipe, et participera à la croissance de l'entreprise en fournissant des solutions économiques et de qualité. Ce poste offre des opportunités de développement professionnel au sein d'un environnement dynamique et collaboratif.

Benefits

Contributory Pension

Qualifications

• Expérience en gestion d'estimations dans l'industrie de l'emballage ou de la fabrication.
• Solide compréhension des systèmes de gestion de la qualité, y compris ISO9000.
• Expérience en recherche de marché et développement commercial.

Responsibilities

• Gérer les fonctions d'estimation, créer des devis précis.
• Analyser les coûts de production pour améliorer l'efficacité.
• Diriger et développer l'équipe de design et d'estimation.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Analytical Skills

Communication

Tools

Estimation Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commercial Manager – Packaging Solutions, Swansea

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Commercial Manager from either a packaging or manufacturing environment, with experience of estimating? This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a worldwide packaging business

BENEFITS:

• Contributory Pension

As our Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for managing the estimation functions, focusing on creating accurate and cost-effective quotations, overseeing quality and compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This role will also include identifying new market opportunities, fostering collaboration within the team, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Commercial Lead role combines strategic thinking with hands-on management to deliver optimal solutions and support company growth

• Oversee the design and estimation process, ensuring accurate cost estimates for all products manufactured and supplied by the company
• Prepare professional and timely estimates and quotations, maintaining high standards of customer service and accuracy
• Analyse production processes, lead times, and material costs to enhance estimation accuracy and cost effectiveness
• Engage with customers to understand their requirements, provide consultative advice, and ensure solutions meet client expectations
• Lead, mentor, and develop the design and estimation team, fostering a collaborative and high performing environment.
• Set team goals, monitor performance, and implement development plans to support individual and team growth
• Liaise with external suppliers to obtain accurate pricing for outsourced materials and components, ensuring cost-efficiency in project estimates
• Continuously assess estimation and design processes, implementing enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction
• Document all estimates, quotations, and relevant correspondence for auditing and record-keeping purposes
• Proven experience in estimating management, preferably within the packaging or manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems, including ISO9000, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and 5S.
• Experience with market research and business development, with the ability to identify and capitalise on new market opportunities.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills, with experience in mentoring and motivating teams.
• Proficiency in estimation software, design tools, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.

This role offers significant opportunity for an ambitious, experienced professional with a desire to develop their career with a growing and forward-thinking company and group with a track record and plans for strong growth.

We want someone who is driven to succeed and looking for an opportunity to work within a multinational organisation that offers extensive freedom of action and which has room to invest and very ambitious plans.

THE COMPANY:

With the backing of one of the Far East’s largest packaging companies, my client delivers high quality and service-oriented packaging to the global market. They are a part of a global network with more than 170 locations in over 20 countries worldwide. Globally they are traditionally known for Heavy Duty packaging solutions but in the UK and Europe, they also specialise in conventional Corrugated, timber, plastics, foams and steels

PROSPECTS:

This is an opportunity to join a very large multinational organisation who have an active policy of promotion from within and offer the genuine opportunity to develop your career. This position will be challenging but also tremendously rewarding. Coaching, mentoring and training are an integral part of our culture

It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles, Commercial Manager, Estimator, Estimating Manager, Assistant Estimator, Lead Estimator, Corrugated Packaging, Packaging Heavy Duty Packaging, Pallets, Packaging Solutions, Flexible packaging, Carton Packaging

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Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom