Commercial Strategy & Planning Director (FMCG)

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategically minded individual to lead their expansion into the UK and EU markets. This role involves developing growth roadmaps, managing cross-functional teams, and executing market entry strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in management consulting, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a desire to transition into an in-house role. With a competitive salary and a hybrid working arrangement, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a blue-chip brand's growth trajectory.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

20% Bonus

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Exciting Growth Opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in management consulting with FMCG project experience preferred.
• Strong skills in financial modelling and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a growth roadmap for UK & EU expansion.
• Lead portfolio expansion planning and evaluate new categories.
• Manage end-to-end execution of strategic projects.

Skills

Management Consulting

Financial Modelling

Data Analysis

Project Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (Preferred)

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Posted:

05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Join an established Australian beauty company as they launch into the UK & EU
• Support the GM in market expansion across the UK & EU

About Our Client

Our client is a health and personal care giant in the Australian market, embarking on the next stage of growth by expanding into the UK & EU. With key partnerships already in place and a launch date set for the UK, they seek a strategically minded individual to assist with their expansion across the UK & EU.

Job Description

• Develop and execute a growth roadmap for UK & EU expansion, ensuring scalable and profitable market entry
• Lead portfolio expansion planning, evaluating new categories and brands for market introduction
• Identify and develop opportunities for new customer acquisition, retail partnerships, and eCommerce growth
• Develop and maintain financial models to assess market entry, pricing, P&L projections, and commercial viability
• Lead commercial forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning to inform strategic decisions
• Manage the end-to-end execution of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines
• Implement go-to-market strategies for new brands and product launches
• Act as a key liaison between the UK/EU team and global stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment
• Build strong relationships with retail partners, distributors, and external stakeholders to facilitate market expansion
• Influence cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration across commercial, marketing, and supply chain departments

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate should have:

• A background in management consulting, with FMCG project experience preferred but not essential
• A strategic mindset with experience in financial modelling, data analysis, project management, and cross-functional leadership
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Experience managing internal and external stakeholders
• A desire to transition from a consulting firm to an in-house role within a consumer brand
• A motivated, driven, and self-starting attitude with a strong desire to succeed
• Willingness to work in the Central London office 4 days a week and be actively involved with colleagues

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000 with flexibility
• 20% bonus
• Hybrid working arrangement, 4 days in Liverpool Street
• An exciting opportunity to join a blue-chip brand and lead their UK & EU expansion