Commercial Strategy Executive

Colgate-Palmolive Company; Old Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer products company is seeking a Commercial Strategy Executive in Old Woking. You will leverage data and insights to shape commercial success, collaborate across teams, and drive innovative strategies. Exceptional analytical and communication skills are essential. This role promises impactful work and a culture of growth, making it an exciting opportunity for career development.

Benefits

Hands-on experience

Supportive and inclusive environment

Impactful work

Qualifications

• Sharp business mindset with immediate impact.
• Confident presenter of complex information.
• Genuine passion for data and analytics.
• Ability to develop sound, fact-based recommendations.
• Self-starter ready to chase opportunities.
• Skilled in building relationships and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Leverage data to conduct analysis and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate on execution of commercial strategies.
• Own pricing strategy for product innovations.
• Identify RGM opportunities to fuel revenue growth.
• Co-lead innovation processes and guide teams.
• Ensure demand planning aligns with available supply.

Skills

Commercially astute

Exceptional communication

Analytical skills

Creative strategist

Proactive

Collaborative

Job description

Overview

Are you a commercially-savvy individual with a passion for turning data into action? Are you ready to build your career in a team that sits at the very heart of our business success? If you are proactive, curious and eager for growth, this is the opportunity for you! We are looking for a dynamic Commercial Strategy Executive to join our team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in shaping our commercial success by leveraging data and insights to define where we play and how we win in the market. You will be a key link between our Customer Development, Consumer Experience and Demand Planning teams, translating high-level strategy into tangible trading plans that drive our growth.

What You\'ll Do

• Dive into Data: Leverage a wide range of data sources (including Nielsen, Kantar, and Profitero) to conduct powerful analysis, uncover key insights, and provide actionable recommendations to the team.


• Drive Strategy & Execution: Collaborate on the creation and flawless execution of our plans across all categories, ensuring our brand presence is exceptional across every omnichannel touchpoint.


• Champion Innovation: Take ownership of the gross pricing strategy for all new product innovations and relaunches, ensuring we have seamless and successful market introductions.


• Fuel Revenue Growth: Partner with our Retail Marketing team to identify and implement opportunities for continuous Revenue Growth Management (RGM), optimising our commercial performance.


• Shape Go-to-Market Plans: Play a vital co-leading role in our innovation gateway process, preparing compelling communications and visualisations to guide our teams to success.


• Align Supply with Demand: Work closely with our demand planning teams in weekly and monthly supply reviews to ensure our forecasts are aligned and our products are always available for our customers.

What You\'ll Bring to the Team

• Commercially Astute: You have a sharp business mindset and the ability to quickly understand commercial drivers to make an immediate impact.


• An Exceptional Communicator: You are confident and articulate, capable of presenting complex information clearly to senior leadership and key stakeholders.


• A Curious Analyst: You have a genuine passion for data, with outstanding analytical skills and a talent for weaving information from multiple sources into a compelling story.


• A Creative Strategist: You think outside the box to develop sound, fact-based recommendations that propel our business forward.


• A Proactive Go-Getter: You are a self-starter who thrives on chasing down opportunities and is hungry to develop and accelerate your commercial career.


• A Natural Collaborator: You excel at building relationships and can influence and negotiate effectively with partners across the business.

Why Join Us?

• Unparalleled Exposure: Gain hands-on experience in a critical business function, working alongside and learning from industry experts.


• A Culture of Growth: We provide a supportive and inclusive environment where curiosity is celebrated and development is encouraged.


• Impactful Work: See your analysis and recommendations directly influence business strategy and drive real-world results.

Ready to make your mark? If you\'re excited by the prospect of turning data into strategy and strategy into success, we encourage you to apply now!

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name. Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let\'s build a brighter, healthier future for all.