Commercial Manager - Packaging Solutions in Gorseinon

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Gorseinon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global packaging business is seeking a Commercial Lead to manage estimation functions, ensuring accurate and cost-effective quotations. This role requires an experienced professional with a strong background in estimating within the packaging industry and offers significant career development opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory Pension

25 days holidays plus Stats

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating management, preferably in packaging or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of ISO9000 and Lean methodologies.
• Ability to identify new market opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and estimation processes to ensure accurate cost estimates.
• Engage with customers to understand requirements and provide consultative advice.
• Lead and develop the estimation team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Estimation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

BASIC SALARY: £40,000 - £45,000

BENEFITS:

• Contributory Pension
• 25 days holidays plus Stats

LOCATION: South Wales

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Swansea, Cardiff, Newport, Neath, Port Talbot, Llanelli, Bridgend

JOB DESCRIPTION: Commercial Manager, Estimator, Commercial Lead, Estimating Manager, Technical Sales Estimator, Commercial Estimator - Packaging, Pallets, Packaging Solutions

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• 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 within a growing and forward-thinking company with a proven track record and plans for strong growth.

We want someone driven to succeed and seeking an opportunity to work within a multinational organisation that offers extensive freedom of action, with room to invest and ambitious plans.

THE COMPANY:

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

PROSPECTS:

This is an opportunity to join a large multinational organisation with a policy of promoting from within, offering genuine career development. The role is challenging but rewarding, with coaching, mentoring, and training integral to our culture.

It is likely you will have worked in roles such as Commercial Manager, Estimator, Estimating Manager, Assistant Estimator, Lead Estimator, in areas like Corrugated Packaging, Heavy Duty Packaging, Pallets, Packaging Solutions, Flexible Packaging, or Carton Packaging.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgment of your application.

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

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection is the retained recruitment partner of our client. Any direct applications from candidates or agencies will be forwarded to us.

REF: IP18153, Wallace Hind Selection